Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day

Join us on March 21st to celebrate and shine a light on individuals with Down syndrome.

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Ways to get involved and fundraise!

21st of March 2026 is a Saturday and we have 30 places for brave souls to skydive together across the country. Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Just like sunflowers, we all grow and bloom in our own unique way. The DSUK Sunflower Challenge is all about celebrating individuality, kindness and inclusion.

Take on a 21-themed activity – run 21 laps, do 21 acts of kindness, or something unique to you!

Celebrate on 21st March and host a “rock your socks” day! Wear your funkiest socks to symbolise the uniqueness of every chromosome. 

Join us in raising just £21 to help us continue supporting and celebrating people with Down syndrome.

Whip up some yummy treats and host a bake sale. Download our bake sale pack with some useful tips, bunting and cake toppers to make your sale stand out.

Raise awareness!

At DSUK, we’re celebrating individuals with Down syndrome every day and we’d love your business to join in! By raising awareness, sharing our mission, and supporting our activities like the 21 Challenge or Rock Your Socks Day, you can help us make a difference.

At DSUK, we’re celebrating individuals with Down syndrome every day and we’d love everyone to join in!

Use our tailored lesson plans, assemblies, and activities to spark meaningful conversations and celebrate differences.

Celebrate on social

Join the celebration by sharing your favourite photos and stories. Use our custom World Down Syndrome Day photo frame, share our language matter cards, or our 21 daily facts. Let’s flood social media with positivity — counting down to World Down Syndrome Day!

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Language matters posts

21 Daily facts

Get your personalised video!

Would you love a personalised video featuring your child to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (21 March)? This is your chance to raise awareness, share your story, and help support DSUK/PADS!
 
Here’s how you can take part:
 
1. Choose your favourite four photos of your child.
2. Submit the form via our Parent Portal
3. Create a JustGiving page, add a special photo and share your story – how DSUK has made a difference in your journey.
 
We’ll create a beautiful video that you can share on social media to educate and enlighten folk, with your JustGiving link to encourage friends, family, and colleagues to support DSUK.
 
Fundraising goal: Aim to raise £21. Every donation helps us support over 5,000 families, from pregnancy through to early adulthood.
 

Shop DSUK today!

Explore our DSUK shop and discover a range of merchandise, and resources. Every item you buy directly supports our vision of a world where everyone with Down syndrome lives their best life.

Spread awareness with our World Down Syndrome Day screensaver

Download our World Down Syndrome Day screensaver and help spark conversations in your workplace, school, or organisation.

Don't forget to tag us in your photos on social media!

Thank you for supporting Down Syndrome UK!