Down's Syndrome Association

MARCH 21 - WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY "ASSUME THAT I CAN"

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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For World Down Syndrome Day, the Canadian Down Syndrome Society and CoorDown presents "ASSUME THAT I CAN" an international awareness campaign to #EndTheStereotypes.

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  • For World Down Syndrome Day, the Canadian Down Syndrome Society and CoorDown presents "ASSUME THAT I CAN" an international awareness campaign to #EndTheStereotypes.
  • The film demonstrates that if people with Down syndrome are supported with effective teaching strategies, assistance, and diverse experiences they are more likely to succeed.
  • Leading up to March 21, CDSS and its partners will share real experiences of individuals with Down syndrome and their families on social media worldwide.
  • CDSS hopes that on March 21st, the world will join them in creating a single, global voice calling to #EndTheStereotypes.

National Down Syndrome Society Announces New Board Members and Executive Committee

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its Annual Meeting on September 24, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) elected seven new members to its Board of Directors.

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  • Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its Annual Meeting on September 24, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) elected seven new members to its Board of Directors.
  • He worked as an executive with JP Morgan Chase for more than 22 years and has a brother, Joe, who is 60 years old and has Down syndrome.
  • “NDSS has built a legacy of doing tremendous work for individuals with Down syndrome like my brother Joe.
  • With the new additions, the NDSS Board has expanded its geographic reach with board members from 14 states who bring a wide range of professional skills and personal experiences.

GLOBAL Awards Improve Health for Down Syndrome

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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Denver, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This year, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) Awards Program hit the $1.1 million mark providing over 300 awards to local Down syndrome member organizations in 46 states and 6 countries since the program started in 2011.

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  • Denver, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This year, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) Awards Program hit the $1.1 million mark providing over 300 awards to local Down syndrome member organizations in 46 states and 6 countries since the program started in 2011.
  • A total of $76,000 will be invested in research and/or medical outreach programs that can quantitatively improve health outcomes.
  • The awards will support over 8,000 individuals with Down syndrome, family members, and professionals.
  • Over the years, a total of 20,000 individuals have been supported by the GLOBAL Awards Program.

Celebrities & Congress Step Out for People with Down Syndrome in Washington DC

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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Representatives Katherine Clark (D-MA) and Pete Stauber (R-MN) received GLOBAL’s highest honor, the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award, for their strong advocacy in Congress on behalf of people with Down syndrome.

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  • Representatives Katherine Clark (D-MA) and Pete Stauber (R-MN) received GLOBAL’s highest honor, the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award, for their strong advocacy in Congress on behalf of people with Down syndrome.
  • GLOBAL awardee alumni, Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), and Representative Robert Aderholt (R-AL) provided keynotes and introduced the night’s honorees.
  • Melissa Silverman received the inaugural Tom Cole GLOBAL Advancement Award and Eric Latcheran received the inaugural Rosa DeLauro GLOBAL Advancement Award.
  • For nearly two decades Down syndrome was one of the least federally funded genetic conditions in the United States.

Acclaimed Japanese Calligrapher with Down's Syndrome Performs in the UK

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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LONDON, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acclaimed Japanese calligrapher Kanazawa Shōko will travel to the UK for two events organised by Japan House London in collaboration with the Down's Syndrome Association.

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  • LONDON, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acclaimed Japanese calligrapher Kanazawa Shōko will travel to the UK for two events organised by Japan House London in collaboration with the Down's Syndrome Association.
  • Each event will consist of a calligraphy demonstration by Kanazawa herself and a talk by her mother and mentor Kanazawa Yasuko.
  • They will take place on 1 April 2023 at the Langdon Down Centre's Normansfield Theatre, and on 2 April 2023 at Japan House London.
  • Kanazawa Shōko is one of Japan's most acclaimed contemporary calligraphers.

Ridiculous Excuses Not to Be Inclusive

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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To mark the occasion, CoorDown presents RIDICULOUS EXCUSES NOT TO BE INCLUSIVE, the international awareness campaign created in collaboration with SMALL NY and TikTok.

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  • To mark the occasion, CoorDown presents RIDICULOUS EXCUSES NOT TO BE INCLUSIVE, the international awareness campaign created in collaboration with SMALL NY and TikTok.
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    In a world increasingly focused on inclusion, there are still those who roll out ridiculous excuses not to be inclusive.
  • Some of these excuses were so incredibly ridiculous that they deserved to be brought to life and properly celebrated.
  • These are some of the ridiculous excuses given, excuses that deny people who have Down syndrome the chance to fully participate.

Original lead singer of legendary Funk and R&B band The Bar-Kays, to release new album, Yours Truly, Larry D

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Thursday, May 19, 2022
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Music Moves Records recently hosted listening parties for multi-gold and platinum-selling singer, songwriter, and producer, Larry Dodson also known as Larry D. in support of his full-length album Yours Truly, Larry D. Fans and industry executives gathered at Di'Vine House in Nashville; APEX Museum in Atlanta; and at WAVN Studio in Memphis for the intimate events where they were treated to an early listen of the 11-track album featuring singles "I'm Good" and "Just We." Yours Truly, Larry D. will be available everywhere on May 20 on Music Moves Records.

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  • Yours Truly, Larry D. will be available everywhere May 20 on Music Moves Records.
  • Yours Truly, Larry D. will be available everywhere on May 20 on Music Moves Records.
  • Larry D., who was the lead singer of The Bar-Kays for almost five decades, is releasing his first album as a solo artist.
  • Follow Larry D. on Instagram (@thereallarrydodson) and Twitter (@RealLarryDodson), Facebook (/Larry Dodson), and YouTube (/LarryD).

CSI Gives Back Hosts Nostalgic Aviation-Themed Gala For 2022

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Saturday, May 14, 2022
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CSI Gives Back, the charitable giving division of CSI Companies, held its third annual gala benefiting children and local initiatives in the Jacksonville community. The 1950s aviation-themed event occurred on April 30th, 2022, at Generations in Aviation Marco Hangar located at Jacksonville Executive Craig Airport.

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  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CSI Gives Back, the charitable giving division of CSI Companies, held its third annual gala benefiting children and local initiatives in the Jacksonville community.
  • CSI Gives Back Director, Becky Lowry kicked off dinner and shared the importance of the night.
  • On Jan. 9, 2019, The CSI Companies established CSI Gives Back, its charitable giving division, as a dedicated 501(c)(3) organization.
  • In 2020, CSI Gives Back raised more than $40,000 in support of local organizations and continues to expand its efforts across Duval County each year.

Jeff Cook Cares Gives Back to Local Communities with Donations to 45 Charities in 2021

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022
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CHARLESTON, SC, March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The team at Jeff Cook Real Estate spent 2021 not only helping home sellers and buyers, but the local communities it serves as well.

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  • CHARLESTON, SC, March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The team at Jeff Cook Real Estate spent 2021 not only helping home sellers and buyers, but the local communities it serves as well.
  • Through Jeff Cook Cares, an initiative that sets aside 1 percent of the agencys commission on each home sold to benefit community programs, 45 local charities received contributions in 2021.
  • Jeff Cook Cares is an initiative were extremely proud of, and were thrilled to be able to give back to our communities in meaningful and impactful ways, said Founder Jeff Cook.
  • The donations support children and families
    To learn more about Jeff Cook Cares, visit https://www.jeffcookrealestate.com/about/jeff-cook-cares .

GLOBAL President & CEO Michelle Sie Whitten to Receive Prestigious Award at Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis 45th Anniversary Gala

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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and DENVER, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis (DSAGSL) announced that Global Down Syndrome Foundation's President & CEO, Michelle Sie Whitten, will be honored with the organization's Shining Star Award at their upcoming 45th Anniversary Gala.

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  • and DENVER, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis (DSAGSL) announced that Global Down Syndrome Foundation's President & CEO, Michelle Sie Whitten, will be honored with the organization's Shining Star Award at their upcoming 45th Anniversary Gala.
  • "DSAGSL is thrilled to be able to honor Michelle Sie Whitten and the Global Down Syndrome Foundation," says Erin Suelmann, Executive Director, Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis.
  • "On behalf of GLOBAL and our affiliates, I am honored to receive this award from Erin Suelmann and our friends at the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis," says Michelle.
  • About Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis
    The mission of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis (DSAGSL) is to serve, support, and celebrate the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and their families, through every stage of life.