Congratulations David!
David is the winner of our sock design competition for World Down Syndrome Day 2024.
David's design is inspired by gears.
David says,
"For the design of Lots of Socks I drew gears. Gears are necessary for machines to work. They have two main functions: to increase speed or to increase force. Each one fits perfectly with another, and together they are part of something bigger. Many times people may believe that because we have an extra chromosome, because we are different gears, we cannot fit together and make a big change, but this is not true. Together, as a community, we are part of something much, much bigger. Together we increase the strength, like gears in an incredible machine."
What's it all about?
The Lots Of Socks campaign exists to raise awareness of Down syndrome.
Lots Of Socks help us to get people talking on World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), 21 March and all year round.
What is Down syndrome?
Down syndrome (or Trisomy 21) is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always been a part of the human condition.
The best people to answer many questions about Down syndrome are people with Down syndrome so pop over to our page and they will tell you everything you need to know.
Buy socks!
By buying our 'official' Lots Of Socks, your money will support the work of Down syndrome International (DSi). DSi is the global network of people with Down syndrome and their families, speaking up together for the human rights of all people with Down syndrome around the world.
What is World Down Syndrome Day?
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), 21 March, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.
Join in with us to create a single global voice for advocating for the rights, inclusion and well being of people with Down syndrome on 21 March.
Resources
We want to support everyone to make the most of World Down Syndrome Day. The team at Down Syndrome International have kindly produced resources to give you the help you need. Sign up to hear from the WDSD team and access FREE resources.
