World Down Syndrome Day

On March 21 we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! This is a day to celebrate Down syndrome and raise awareness. There are many ways to get involved with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) on World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). Learn more about WDSD here. NDSS is proud to be a collaborator with Down Syndrome International to support WDSD!

Use #WorldDownSyndromeDay to post on social media, and don’t forget to tag NDSS on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, and LinkedIn so we can share your post.

How to get involved:

Start a Fundraiser

Start a fundraiser on Facebook

Create a fundraiser for NDSS on your personal Facebook page to celebrate WDSD.

World Down Syndrome Day Toolkits

We've created toolkits for you to reference if you're looking for ways to get involved on World Down Syndrome Day! Check out our WDSD toolkit that's perfect for anyone and our WDSD toolkits specially curated for educators, employers, healthcare workers, and NDSS affiliates. We also have a bonus classroom toolkit plus a WDSD Coloring Book for anyone to use!

Racing for 3.21

Join NDSS for this virtual event that challenges participants to run, walk, or take on any other type of movement for 3.21 miles or minutes in celebration of WDSD! You can also participate in Racing For 3.21 with your classroom.

Send a WDSD E-Card

Send E-Card

Make a donation to NDSS and send an e-card to celebrate WDSD. Make sure to check "Dedicate my donation in honor or in memory of someone" when checking out.