The National Advocate for People with Down Syndrome Since 1979

National Down Syndrome Society
666 Broadway, 8th Floor
New York New York 10012
800-221-4602
info@ndss.org 

The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to be the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.

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800-221-4602

info@ndss.org

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  • DS-Ambassador Program DS-Ambassador Program Volunteer to advocate and commit to take part in the democratic process! NDSS DS-Ambassadors serve as liaisons between NDSS and their respective US Senators and US Representatives to continually raise awareness, educate and advocate for public policy solutions that benefit the Down syndrome community at the federal level. Read More »
  • National Buddy Walk® Program National Buddy Walk® Program NDSS established the National Buddy Walk® Program to promote the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome in their home towns. It has grown to be the world’s largest and most recognizable Down syndrome awareness program. Learn more and find a Walk near you! Read More »
  • My Great Story Campaign My Great Story Campaign Are you inspired by someone who has Down syndrome? Share your story! The My Great Story campaign invites self-advocates, their family members, friends, teachers, coaches, therapists and more to share a story and help ignite a new way of thinking about people with Down syndrome. Read More »
  • Shop NDSS: Father's Day Guide Shop NDSS: Father's Day Guide Father's Day is coming up in June! Check out Shop NDSS and get him a great gift while supporting NDSS! Read More »
  • Dan Piper Award Nominations Dan Piper Award Nominations The Dan Piper Award is given to a person with Down syndrome is an advocate for themselves and others with Down syndrome. NDSS is currently seeking nominations for the Dan Piper Award, which will be presented on September 21 during the Flagship Buddy Walk® in New York City. Read More »
  • Webinar Series Webinar Series Each month, NDSS provides a free educational web-based seminar, or webinar, to anyone who is interested in learning more about Down syndrome and related topics, such as health, education, research and family life. Read More »
  • Buddy Walk
  • NDSS Yourway
  • My Great Story