World Down Syndrome Day 2022

21st March is World Down Syndrome Day.

The 21st day of March was originally selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which results in Down syndrome. The first World Down Syndrome Day took place in 2006.

On World Down Syndrome Day we wear colourful mismatched socks and take the opportunity to share awareness when asked about the colourful socks. Why socks? because they look a bit like chromosomes and everyone with Down Syndrome has an extra copy of chromosome 21.

Many of our youngest 21 Plus members met at a soft play today in their colourful socks to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Lots of fun was had by all.