World Down Syndrome Day 2023: All You Need To Know

World Down Syndrome Day, observed annually on March 21, raises awareness about Down Syndrome

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The theme for World Down Syndrome Day 2023 is ‘With Us, Not For Us’, aiming to replace the old charity model with a human rights-based approach. 0218 Gray Frame Corner Gray Frame Corner

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