AS the mother of a child with Down’s syndrome, Sally Phillips has spoken out about the need for attitudes towards the condition to change.
The actress is outraged about a new screening test that is said to detect Down’s Syndrome in 99% of pregnancies and is concerned about the effect this could have in society.
She says that people talk about having a baby with Down’s syndrome as “a disaster”, but that for her it was the best thing that ever happened.
with the latest campaign developments and find out how you can help create a world where people with Down’s syndrome are equally valued
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Photos and video from rally available to be freely used by media:https://www.flickr.com/photos/dontscreenusout/albums/72177720300518498 and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsJZC4OFvT4 PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Down’s syndrome campaigners rally outside...
The is information about the disability legal case of Heidi Crowter and Máire Lea-Wilson, which will be heard on the 6th of July. Simply click on the image below to download the facts:
Are you interested in sharing an uplifting, emotive and positive message about Down's syndrome with others? We're delighted to present the new leaflet from the Wouldn't Change A Thing team. This leaflet has been produced as a result of a collaboration with Don't...
As a society, we're sensitive about the language we use about minority groups. So, this new poster, designed by Speech and Language Therapist Colette Lloyd, may be helpful for professionals who want to be sure that they're getting it right when they're talking about...
The is information about the disability legal case of Heidi Crowter and Máire Lea-Wilson, which will be heard on the 6th of July. Simply click on the image below to download the facts:
Are you interested in sharing an uplifting, emotive and positive message about Down's syndrome with others? We're delighted to present the new leaflet from the Wouldn't Change A Thing team. This leaflet has been produced as a result of a collaboration with Don't...