Down Syndrome Awareness Month

What is Down Syndrome Awareness Month?

Originally established in the 1980s, the month of October is set aside to raise understanding of Down syndrome and the amazing abilities people with the diagnosis have.

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month and around here we like to call it Acceptance Month!

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, all it takes is one simple step to make a difference in your life and the lives of others: take the #GenerationG pledge. You’ll become a part of #GenerationG, an army of change-makers set on making the world a kinder, better place for all people. And we’ll ask you to proudly show your commitment by drawing a “G” in a heart on your hand, and sharing it on all your social media channels!

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#myDSstory, stories from our community

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My brother Winston

A Down Syndrome Awareness Month Entry, submit your story here. ———- Submitted by Tamara I am #7 of 10 kids. My oldest sister lived one day. The next child, Winston, was born with a severe...
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What Down Syndrome Can Teach Us Now 

by Katie Carper   When I married nearly 20 years ago, I never dreamed I’d be parenting four kids, one with a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and Autism. I had no intention of managing what...
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Amazing improvements with the right supports

Down Syndrome Awareness Month Entry, submit your story here. ---------- Eli has an amazing service dog by the name of Nicky II, or as Eli endearingly calls him, "Nicky noodle." Since Eli received Nicky, he's...

Campaigns to help you spread awareness during Down Syndrome Awareness Month

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#GenerationG Magazine

#GenerationG is a worldwide movement that goes beyond Down syndrome to send a global message of acceptance for ALL!! We created this magazine as another avenue to spread acceptance and awareness while celebrating the Down syndrome diagnosis! 

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My Extra Chromosome

My Extra Chromosome represents my love for people with Down syndrome.

My commitment to being accepting of all through #GenerationG.

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#GenerationG Pledge

In the spirit of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we are asking you to take the #GenerationG pledge, a commitment to being accepting, generous, and kind!

Let's get Social!

Use our social graphics below to spread the message of acceptance all over your social media!

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