March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day. We celebrate people with Down syndrome. We also challenge ourselves to end myths that hold them back. Last week, we shared a blog post with myths and facts about consent. Read it here. Many people also believe outdated ideas about what people with Down syndrome can do. Some think they cannot live on their own, have careers, or achieve great things. These myths are not true. People with Down syndrome break barriers and prove what is possible every day.

First Lawyer

In 2024, Ana Victoria Espino de Santiago made history. She was the first person with Down syndrome to become a lawyer. She graduated from law school in Mexico. She is using her knowledge to build a career in politics. She wants to fight for the rights of other people with disabilities. She thanks her family and her teachers for giving her the right support.

First Six-Star Marathon Medalist

Also in 2024, Chris Nikic achieved something few people have. Chris was the first person with Down syndrome to earn the Six Star Medal. This means he completed all six major world marathons. Running marathons takes strength, training, and hard work. Most people are not fit enough to do it. Chris’s achievement shows that people with Down syndrome can be top athletes. They can push past limits that others assume they have.

Get Inspired and Get to Work!

People with Down syndrome are making history and changing the world. Year after year, they shatter limits set for them. But it’s not just about inspiration and amazing feats. We need to challenge myths every day, in every place. That’s how true inclusion happens.

Want to hear more? Check out our YouTube playlist for myth-busting videos. By sharing these stories, we can help change how people think about disabilities. We can build a more inclusive world for everyone.