AWARENESS, INCLUSION AND LANGUAGE
Every person with Down syndrome has the right to be seen, heard, included and respected.
At Down Syndrome Cheshire, we work with families, schools, employers, communities and advocacy partners to challenge outdated stereotypes and promote equal opportunities for people with Down syndrome.
Say it right...
Awareness training and support
We can support schools, workplaces, community groups and organisations to understand Down syndrome, use respectful language and create more inclusive environments.
Training can cover:
- what Down syndrome is
- respectful language
- inclusion in schools and workplaces
- communication and reasonable adjustments
- challenging stereotypes
- supporting confidence, independence and belonging
Button: Book awareness training
This would link naturally with the Training page, Education page and Corporate Partnerships page.
World Down Syndrome Day
Every year on 21 March, we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. The date represents the 3 copies of chromosome 21 associated with Down syndrome.
Use this section to offer:
- school awareness packs
- workplace campaign ideas
- downloadable posters
- fundraising ideas
- social media graphics
- socks/campaign resources
- invite DSC to speak
Button: Get involved in WDSD
Improve the FAQs
The FAQs are useful but should be reformatted into expandable accordion sections. Current topics include what Down syndrome is, whether it can be caught, why it is called Down syndrome, life expectancy, types of Down syndrome, how many people in the UK have Down syndrome, and what people with Down syndrome are like.
I would add:
What language should I use?
Is Down syndrome an illness?
How can my school raise awareness?
How can my workplace be more inclusive?
Can DSC deliver awareness training?
Where can I find reliable information?
Useful resources / downloads
