World Down Syndrome Day 2026 – March 21
The United Nations (UN) observes World Down Syndrome Day(WDSD) annually on 21 March to raise awareness and promote the rights, inclusion, and well-being of people with Down syndrome.
The United Nations (UN) observes World Down Syndrome Day(WDSD) annually on 21 March to raise awareness and promote the rights, inclusion, and well-being of people with Down syndrome.
- 21 March 2026 marked the 15th observance of WDSD.
- 2026 Theme: “Together Against Loneliness”
Background:
Global Campaign: The global awareness campaign began in 2006 when the Down Syndrome Association Singapore, on behalf of Down Syndrome International (DSi), launched and hosted the WDSD website (2006–2010).
UN Proclamation: On 19 December 2011, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/66/149, declaring 21 March as World Down Syndrome Day.
First Observance: WDSD was first officially observed on 21 March 2012.
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