World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day on 21 March raises awareness of Down syndrome and promotes the inclusion of people who have it.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserUnited Nations General Assembly
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2012
About the day
The UN General Assembly declared the day in December 2011 and it has been marked by the UN since 2012. Down Syndrome International runs the global campaign and holds a conference at UN headquarters.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 21 March 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Tuesday 21 March 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Wednesday 21 March 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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