Go21 is a celebration of Down syndrome. Like how spectators in a sport yell “Go! Team! Go!”, we are celebrating our community with this name: “Go 21!”
Go21 is all about positive momentum for people with Down syndrome and their families in Canada. 21 refers to the extra chromosomal material from the 21st chromosome that determines if a person has Down syndrome. The Down syndrome community identifies with 21 as a unique number that stands out.
Go21 can also be a Golf Tournament For Down Syndrome Awareness or a Bowl-a-thon For Down Syndrome Awareness. But wherever you go in your community or across the country, when you see the Go21 banner flying, then you will know that you are supporting a person with Down syndrome in your community.
There is strength in “Go”. There is advancement in “Go”. There is strength and advancement in the Down syndrome community. Go21 is our community.
The event is a fair or festival-style event that has activities for people of all ages. It is a safe place for people with Down syndrome and their families to make friends, build networks, and strengthen their community.
The event is a great opportunity to learn more about people with Down syndrome, their challenges, and their accomplishments. The event encourages dialogue about all aspects of Down syndrome.
Supporting the walk ensures CDSS is able to fund the resources necessary for teaching and educating expecting parents of children with Down syndrome, helping self advocates find education and employment opportunities, and distribution of materials to schools.
