What needs to improve?






Many people with Down syndrome around the world don’t get the support they need.


Many countries do not have support systems that meet the needs of people with disabilities and their families.

Or the support systems they have do not respect the human rights of people with disabilities.
Governments must make sure there is a support system, so people with disabilities are included in the community.

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