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We are on the move! From 31 Jan @DSWorkFit will be sharing our content on the Down's Syndrome Association's profile @DSAInfo. We hope you'll join us there for more inspiring and exciting stories from WorkFit. You'll also find us on the DSA's BlueSky account @dsa-uk.bsky.social

@leolinders @DSAInfo Hi Vanessa. We didn't see Adrian but would welcome the opportunity to talk to him 😀

@DSAInfo Great work! Love seeing all these MPs getting involved. Did you happen to see Adrian Ramsay MP for Waveney Valley at all?

Thank you to Alison, Chris, Lydia and Safiya who manned the DSA stand at Portcullis House today. What a brilliant day for raising awareness of the work undertaken by the Down's Syndrome Association with policymakers in advance of World Down Syndrome Day tomorrow (21 March 2025). Thank you to everyone who took the time out of their busy schedule to meet with the team. We look forward to working with you all more closely to #ImproveOurSupportSystems for people who have Down's syndrome. #WorldDownSyndromeDay #WDSD2025

It’s #WorldDownSyndromeDay, and we’re celebrating with our incredible colleagues from the @DSAInfo's #WorkFit programme! 🧦🧡 (1/2)

We are delighted to have been contacted by the Minister responsible for the delivery of the Down Syndrome Act guidance, @SKinnock, in writing last week and also to hear from @GoAndrCoop co-chair of the @APPGDS in a Westminster Hall debate 19 March 2025, who both confirmed that an updated version of the draft guidance is being prepared and that the guidance will be published for public consultation by the summer. Read more here: downs-syndrome.org.uk/news/news-rese…

We were delighted to meet with Peter from @TNLComFund today in the @normansfield theatre to talk about how their support will make a huge contribution to our work at the @DSAInfo Thank you!

Well done to Alban, Brogan, Hanaa and Harry who cooked and served food at the @Craft_Guild Charity Dinner. They smashed it. Thanks to the guild for supporting us to raise an amazing amount for the @DSAInfo

There's a great buzz at the @Craft_Guild of Chefs Chair's Charity Dinner tonight to support the @DSAInfo Thank you Mark Reynolds and team.

Sam has completed a hospitality traineeship at Somerset Larder, gaining valuable experience and multiple qualifications. He’s incredibly proud of his certificate and is now looking for a new role in the hospitality industry. Well done, Sam!

Great news! With WorkFit’s support, Beth has secured permanent employment at Nando’s. She is enjoying it very much. Congratulations, Beth, and thank you, @NandosUK, for all the opportunities. Learn more about WorkFit: downs-syndrome.org.uk/our-work/servi…

Only six days now till our amazing #TeamKilimanjaro climbers begin their epic trek! downs-syndrome.org.uk/get-involved/o… #Team21

We are recruiting! We are looking to find a WorkFit Officer to cover West London & the western home counties. The role is full-time, & is home based, ideally in London, Hertfordshire, Surrey or West Sussex. Find all the details here: downs-syndrome.org.uk/get-involved/v… Closing date 16 Feb

We’re pleased to share that Eve will start at @GXOLogistics in Northampton this month! Wishing her all the best in her new role! Learn more about WorkFit: downs-syndrome.org.uk/our-work/servi… #WorkFit @LucyRigby

The official socks for World Down Syndrome Day 2025 are now available to buy in our online shop. Get people talking with a pair of socks, designed by Ana Martínez González who has Down's syndrome. loom.ly/mt0VFCI #LotsOfSocks #WDSD25

As well as receiving information and support from the DSA, parents and carers of children and young people who have Down’s syndrome can benefit from engagement with a local support group. 📍You'll find a map of local support groups on our website, many of whom are affiliated to the DSA. ▶️ downs-syndrome.org.uk/about-dsa/our-… The groups aim to provide a local network that provides friendship, support, social events and other events and activities.

MEET THE CLIMBERS Platinum-selling rap star @OfficialAitch is doing a 10-day climb of Kilimanjaro. Inspired by his sister Gracie, Aitch is taking on the challenge to raise funds for the DSA, so far £100K! Read more/donate here: loom.ly/eQWueE8 #TeamKilimanjaro #Team21

Thank you to Hilton for hosting the inspiring Pathways Afternoon Tea at the @WaldorfHilton_ this month. Celebrating success, supported employment, and life-changing opportunities. Proud to see Hilton and @Aurora_Foxes leading the way! #WorkFit #HiltonPathways #ChangingLives

MEET THE CLIMBERS Love is Blind star Freddie Powell is one of a team embarking on a 10-day expedition to climb Kilimanjaro. Inspired by his brother Jack, who has Down's syndrome, Freddie is raising funds for the DSA. loom.ly/elNZ8g0 #TeamKilimanjaro #Team21

TEAM KILIMANJARO 31 Jan, 17 climbers will set off on a fundraising challenge to scale Kilimanjaro. Their target is to raise a whopping £130,000 for the DSA. As of today, they've hit £100,450! Donate here: downssyndrome.enthuse.com/cf/kilitrek THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH 🏔️ #TeamKilimanjaro #Team21

🆕 New resource on skin conditions downs-syndrome.org.uk/wp-content/upl… Although our new factsheet can’t cover all the different skin conditions, it does cover those that are more common, more troublesome, or more likely to occur in people who have Down’s syndrome.