World Down Syndrome Day 2020

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The international theme for World Down Syndrome Day 2020 is We Decide. People with Down syndrome have the right to make decisions about their lives and to be included in all aspects of the community.

On 21st March this year, we’re hosting videos and messages from our supporters and community online. Join our celebration of World Down Syndrome Day 2020 online on Facebook on 21st March 2020.

You can see all the latest news and messages on our Facebook page on Saturday March 21st. 

A message from our Patron

On March 21st we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day and call for the rights, inclusion and wellbeing of people with Down syndrome. Governor-General Hurley, Patron of Down Syndrome Australia has shared this message for today.

A message from our Down Syndrome Advisory Network

“On World Down Syndrome Day we celebrate our differences and are proud to overcome our challenges.”

This video message was shared by Claire from our Down Syndrome Advisory Network.

See all of our stories for World Down Syndrome Day 2020

Throughout the month of March each year we share stories from our community. You can see all 21 stories for 2020 here.