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AN UPDATED PRENATAL TESTING PAMPHLET ABOUT DOWN SYNDROME FOR PREGNANT WOMEN AND NEW PARENTS

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Wednesday, November 24, 2021
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This is the first resource for expectant parents that is supported by all three national Down syndrome advocacy organizations.

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  • This is the first resource for expectant parents that is supported by all three national Down syndrome advocacy organizations.
  • The PTP was created in 2012 by GLOBAL and NDSC and was informed by the first national survey of pregnant women, OBGYNs, OBGYN nurses and genetic counselors.
  • The content includes information about which prenatal tests are definitive and which are not, what parents and families can expect, early milestones, and resources.
  • To learn more about Global Down Syndrome Foundation, visit www.globaldownsyndrome.org
    To learn more about National Down Syndrome Congress, visit www.ndsccenter.org
    To learn more about National Down Syndrome Society, visit www.ndss.org

NFP Chairman and CEO Doug Hammond Joins CEO Commission for Disability Employment

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Thursday, September 30, 2021
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NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP , a leading insurance broker and consultant that provides property and casualty (P&C), corporate benefits, retirement, and individual solutions, today announced Doug Hammond, its chairman and CEO, has joined the CEO Commission for Disability Employment.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP , a leading insurance broker and consultant that provides property and casualty (P&C), corporate benefits, retirement, and individual solutions, today announced Doug Hammond, its chairman and CEO, has joined the CEO Commission for Disability Employment.
  • "I joined the CEO Commission because I share their vision for eliminating barriers to equal employment and actively collaborating to address unemployment and under-employment among those with disabilities," said Hammond.
  • "It starts with recognizing that everyone can contribute and continues with empowering leaders within NFP to create opportunities that align with the Commission's objectives."
  • The CEO Commission for Disability Employment was founded by The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), Voya Financial, and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in 2018 to be a source of research and information, actionable steps and advocacy opportunities for member companies

Coalition Of Employer, Financial And Disability Groups Endorses New Legislation To Promote Able Accounts In The Workplace

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Friday, July 23, 2021
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WASHINGTON, July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Led by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), a diverse coalition of organizations representing employers, financial companies and disability advocates today announced their support for bipartisan legislation to promote ABLE Accounts for workers with disabilities.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Led by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), a diverse coalition of organizations representing employers, financial companies and disability advocates today announced their support for bipartisan legislation to promote ABLE Accounts for workers with disabilities.
  • The groups said in a letter to the sponsors that the so-called ABLE Employment Flexibility Act (HR4672) will eliminate an important barrier to employer-provided savings for employees with disabilities.
  • The legislation provides bright-line authority to employers to offer the choice to employees with disabilities without jeopardizing the tax-qualified status of a retirement plan.
  • The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome.

Individual With Down Syndrome Testifies For Phasing Out Subminimum Wages For Individuals With Disabilities

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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Mr. Anton, who works as MDSC'slegislative specialist, has been a vocal advocate on issues concerning the rights of individuals with Down syndrome.

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  • Mr. Anton, who works as MDSC'slegislative specialist, has been a vocal advocate on issues concerning the rights of individuals with Down syndrome.
  • While working for subminimum wages, he was bored and asked his boss for more work.
  • Phasing out 14(c) will help pave the way for equality in the workplace for people with Down syndrome and other disabilities."
  • The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome.

The National Down Syndrome Society and Voya Cares® Release Financial Wellness Guide to Address the Unique Planning Needs of the Disability Community

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Friday, January 29, 2021
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Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), announced today that the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Voya Cares have published Financial Wellness: A guide for individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers .

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  • Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), announced today that the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Voya Cares have published Financial Wellness: A guide for individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers .
  • The financial wellness guide provides comprehensive information and solutions to address the unique, and oftentimes fluctuating, financial needs of the underserved disability and special needs community.
  • There is a gap in holistic financial planning resources available for the disabilities community.
  • The disability community has unique long-term planning needs that are not addressed by traditional financial wellness guidance.

The National Down Syndrome Society and Voya Cares® Announce the Go Orange Campaign’s Entrepreneurs With Down Syndrome Grant Winners

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Thursday, October 15, 2020
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Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), announced today that the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Voya Cares have awarded $55,000 in grants to four entrepreneurs with Down syndrome.

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  • Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), announced today that the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Voya Cares have awarded $55,000 in grants to four entrepreneurs with Down syndrome.
  • The vision for Fry Guy is to serve the community, model professionalism and share pure love and joy with every interaction.
  • Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), helps Americans plan, invest and protect their savings to get ready to retire better.
  • The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome.

Buddy Walk Events for Down Syndrome Awareness Get Creative Amidst COVID-19 Concerns

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Wednesday, August 5, 2020
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Founded by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) in 1995, the Buddy Walk celebrates individuals with Down syndrome and raises awareness and funds for local and national programming.

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  • Founded by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) in 1995, the Buddy Walk celebrates individuals with Down syndrome and raises awareness and funds for local and national programming.
  • This year, Buddy Walk organizers face the difficult decision of determining how to hold their annual events amidst concerns over COVID-19.
  • Since 1995, the National Buddy Walk Program has been the premier Down syndrome awareness, advocacy and peer-to-peer fundraising program in the world.
  • The 2020 National Buddy Walk Program is supported by National Buddy Walk Sponsor, Johns Crazy Socks.

The National Down Syndrome Society and Voya Cares® to Provide $55,000 in Grants for Entrepreneurs With Down Syndrome

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
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Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), announced today that the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Voya Cares are collaborating to provide financial support to entrepreneurs with Down syndrome to raise awareness of the need for businesses of all sizes to embrace disability inclusive employment.

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  • Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), announced today that the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Voya Cares are collaborating to provide financial support to entrepreneurs with Down syndrome to raise awareness of the need for businesses of all sizes to embrace disability inclusive employment.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200729005770/en/
    Three $10,000 grants and one $25,000 grant will be awarded this October, in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
  • NDSS is grateful to work with Voya Cares to provide this unique opportunity for individuals to invest and grow.
  • The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome.

John's Crazy Socks Owners Represent The National Down Syndrome Society Before Congress On Importance Of Ending The Practice Of Paying Individuals With Disabilities Subminimum Wage

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Tuesday, May 8, 2018
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At NDSS, we aren't just focused on creating jobs, we are focused on creating career opportunities for all individuals with Down syndrome."

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  • At NDSS, we aren't just focused on creating jobs, we are focused on creating career opportunities for all individuals with Down syndrome."
  • While we are successful small business owners, we are also paving the way for other individuals with differing abilities," Mark said.
  • To learn more about John's Crazy Socks and how to get involved with the National Down Syndrome Society, please visit www.johnscrazysocks.com and www.ndss.org .
  • The National Down Syndrome Society is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome.