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Updated: Gov. Kasich of Ohio signs bill prohibiting Down syndrome abortions
On Friday, Ohio Governor John Kasich signed a bill that will penalize doctors who perform abortions, if the abortion is chosen... Read more
"The world needs to know that I don’t 'suffer' from Down syndrome"
In her own words, Bridget Brown is “a self-advocate, an inclusion advocate, an actress… and a young woman with Down... Read more
Could this bill put an end to Down syndrome abortions in Ohio?
An Ohio bill hopes to stop abortions undertaken solely because an unborn child has Down syndrome. Read more
This surfing school in Chile was created for kids with Down syndrome
On Sundays, Felipe Pereira is full of enthusiasm. That’s because on Sundays, the 21-year-old goes to Paradise Beach to enjoy... Read more
Iceland is 'eradicating' Down syndrome…by aborting everyone who has it
A recent article from CBS News proclaims that “few countries have come as close to eradicating Down syndrome births as... Read more
Spanish video seeks to erase the stigma of Down syndrome
A recent video ad released by the Down Federation seeks to increase awareness of persons with Down syndrome. Read more
These friends with Down syndrome are thriving in the Argentina pizza market
Mateo studied baking and Leandro pastry making. Franco and Mauricio wanted to be waiters. These overlapping interests led the four... Read more
Young baker with Down Syndrome an international sensation
Meet Collette: a talented young baker from the Boston area, who has been working on her own original cookie recipes... Read more
French court bans TV ad showing happy kids with Down syndrome
A French court has drawn international backlash for ruling that a popular video showing happy children with Down syndrome was... Read more
The big mission of a Catholic teen with Down syndrome
On July 1, Kara Jackson crossed the 40th state off her list. Read more
Down syndrome research is coming to Spain
The Jerome Lejeune Foundation is opening its doors in Spain to support research and further study of Down syndrome and... Read more
Memorial fund honors father who gave life for child with Down syndrome
When his son fell eight feet into a septic tank while working on their family farm in Virginia, Thomas S.... Read more
How one CEO sees unrealized potential in special needs kids
Special needs children can bring joy, grace and a potential to thrive in the workplace in a way that parents... Read more
Dawkins misses joy of those with Down syndrome, critics say
Advocates of those with Down syndrome have strongly criticized prominent atheist Richard Dawkins’ suggestions that it would be immoral not... Read more
Disbelief, horror follow desertion of baby with Down syndrome
Advocates for those with Down syndrome are appalled and grieved by the reported abandonment of a baby who had been... Read more
Study urges education about Down syndrome, to further acceptance
A new study examines society’s response to Down syndrome and offers recommendations, particularly education in the medical field, to improve... Read more
Argentina Down Syndrome test could cause abortion increase
The pro-life group ArgentinosAlerta has warned that a new test to detect Down Syndrome in unborn children after nine weeks... Read more
Young entrepreneur's life defined by dreams, not disability
Despite only being 27 years old, Tim Harris already has a lengthy resume. The New Mexico native has won more... Read more
