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GiGi Gianni, Down Syndrome Influencer, Launches National Speaking Tour “Born to be Heard” — A Movement to Give Every Voice a Chance to be Heard 

CHICAGO, November 18, 2025 – GiGi Gianni, the 23-year-old namesake and Chief Inspiration Officer of GiGi’s Playhouse — the only international network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers — will launch her national speaking tour, Born to be Heard, on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the Michigan Shores Country Club in Wilmette, Illinois.  After speaking at the…

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How To Promote Down Syndrome Acceptance on Social Media

Social media can be a powerful tool for change…  when it’s used with intention and respect. If you’re wondering how to talk about Down syndrome online in a way that actually promotes acceptance, you’re not alone. The good news? You don’t need a huge platform to make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re a parent, friend,…

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Can People with Down Syndrome Date and Get Married?

Love is universal. Chromosomes don’t limit the desire for connection, companionship, and marriage; it’s part of being human. Since October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re taking time to challenge some of the most common myths about what life with Down syndrome really looks like. One question we hear often is: “Can someone with Down…