Changing the World is in the Palm of Your Hand

We’re in the second week of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and activities and celebrations are taking place coast to coast. Here at GiGi’s Playhouse, we’re asking everyone for one simple action this month: Take the “I Accept You” pledge! Will you join us?

Everyone who takes the pledge becomes a part of #GenerationG, an army of change-makers set on making the world a kinder, better place for people of all abilities. And we’ll ask you to proudly show your commitment  by  drawing a “G” in a heart on your  palm, and  sharing it on all your social media channels!  

Take the “I Accept You” Pledge

What is  Down Syndrome Awareness Month?  

Originally established in the 1980s, the month is set aside to raise understanding of Down syndrome and the amazing abilities people with the diagnosis have. At GiGi’s Playhouse, we take it one step forward and call it Down Syndrome ACCEPTANCE Month! It’s our way of moving beyond the passive and into active learning and caring. And the best way to show you care is to join #GenerationG by taking the “I Accept You Pledge”!

Why does it matter to me?  

Because you can make a difference! By taking the “I Accept You” pledge and joining #GenerationG, you’ll amplify the voices of all of the amazing and talented people with Down syndrome who are leading full lives! They deserve acceptance, care, and respect, and you’ll be a part of living that commitment once you take the pledge. And #GenerationG is even bigger than Down syndrome—it’s about accepting ALL people!

What other actions can I take?  

IAcceptYou.org is starting a global movement, so you should share it widely! There, you’ll find resources that enable you and your friends, classmates, and colleagues to take action for Down syndrome acceptance throughout the month of October. Spearhead the initiative to get your company to embrace the movement! Get in touch with your child’s school! Text the link to your friends! Post about us on social media, with #GenerationG #gigisplayhouse!

Can I get involved locally?  

YES! Local GiGi’s Playhouses are perfect places to volunteer or donate—we have 55 locations across the United States. Or you can donate toward our online GiGi’s At Home programming, which serves people in more than 70 countries around the world. Visit gigisplayhouse.org for more information!

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GET YOUR COMPANY GEN G-CERTIFIED!

If you can get 100 percent of your company’s employees to take the pledge, you’ll become “Generation G-Certified”! You’ll be recognized with digital and physical displays that show your commitment to acceptance of ALL people, which your company can proudly share on its website and elsewhere!

Additionally, we’ve developed great resources that help companies include disability education as part of their corporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Take a look here and share them with your human resources department or other change agents!

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