Global Down Syndrome

Photo: Preston Merchant NOV. 11 » BE BEAUTIFUL BE YOURSELF Global Down Syndrome Foundation's fashion show, the single largest fundraiser benefiting people with Down syndrome, attracts more than 1,200 guests and features models with Down syndrome alongside star athletes and Hollywood celebrities. Global is proud to announce the support of Oscar-winner Marisa Tomei, TV and movie star Joe Manganiello, award-winning actor and Global Board Member John C. McGinley, and fashion model Madeline Stuart. Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel, Denver bebeautifulbeyourself.org SEPT. 9–10 » INDIA INTERNATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME CONFERENCE This conference will bring together self-advocates, caregivers, medical professionals, family members, and researchers in an effort to make positive changes in the lives of people with Down syndrome in India and neighboring regions. India Habitat Centre, New Delhi downsyndrome.in OCT. 24 » LINDA CRNIC INSTITUTE FOR DOWN SYNDROME SYMPOSIUM This annual symposium focusing on Down syndrome research will feature groundbreaking scientist John D. Crispino, Ph.D., M.B.A., Associate Director of Education and Training at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, as keynote speaker. Dr. Crispino's studies focus on leukemia in children with Down syndrome. University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO crnicinstitute.org OCT. 30–NOV. 3 » BUDDY CRUISE 2017 Set sail from Florida's Port Canaveral for a four-night voyage to the Bahamas. This one-of-a-kind conference at sea provides educational resources, advocacy, and awareness for individuals with Down syndrome and developmental delays. Attend interactive workshops, visit exotic ports, and, this year, enjoy Halloween fun! joinus@buddycruise.org 877-239-2789 NOV. 2–4 » THE ARC'S 2017 NATIONAL CONVENTION This convention hosts world-renowned advocates, self-advocates, and experts in the disability community, as well as caregivers, direct service professionals, family members of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and leaders from The Arc's chapter network. This event gives participants the opportunity to come together and discuss policy, advocacy techniques, and shared experiences. Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina San Diego convention.thearc.org NOV. 13–16 » 2017 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE SCIENTIFIC STUDY OF INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (IASSIDD) 4TH ASIA-PACIFIC REGIONAL CONGRESS At IASSIDD, researchers, doctors, and government representatives exchange findings and information to enhance the health and quality of life for people with disabilities and their families. The 2017 conference includes the Asia-Pacific Down Syndrome Federation and features a special interest group on Down syndrome. Bangkok iassidd.org | apdsf.org JANUARY 2018 » EMPLOYMENT GRANTS Global's third annual Self-Advocate Employment Initiative Grants empower local Down syndrome organizations to hire individuals with Down syndrome. Applications open in January 2018 and are due in February. Grants will be awarded to Global member organizations in amounts up to $2,000. Visit our website for eligibility requirements. globaldownsyndrome.org/employment-grants CALENDAR OF EVENTS Have an event you'd like to see on our calendar? Send event details, including time and date, location, a short description, and contact or registration information to letters@downsyndromeworld.org. GLOBALDOWNSYNDROME.ORG 31

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