Color Our Community for World Down Syndrome Day

Pathfinder Village encourages community participation and
issues engagement activities to celebrate the global event

Edmeston, New York, February 28, 2022 … Pathfinder Village invites community members and local families to “Color Our Community” in blue and yellow on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day 2022.  WDSD is a celebration that highlights the talents and inclusion of people with Down syndrome in communities around the globe.

“As an extension of Pathfinder’s observance of World Down Syndrome Day, we invite our friends and area neighbors to put out blue and yellow ribbons, make wreaths, or hang out colorful lights to show their support for those with Down syndrome,” said Paul Landers, Pathfinder’s president and chief executive officer. “Many people have enjoyed meaningful relationships and moments with individuals with Down syndrome who color our lives in unique and lasting ways. This is a fun way to show support and boost spirits.”

Additionally, Pathfinder will mark 3-21 through its 21-Day Challenge, starting on March 1, and participate in the “Rock your Socks” crazy socks day that is a mainstay of the global WDSD event. To learn more about “Color Our Community” and Pathfinder’s 21-Day Challenge and other WDSD activities, visit the Village’s pages on Facebook and Instagram.

March 21 – “3-21” – is observed as World Down Syndrome Day as the numerical date represents the triplication of the 21st chromosome in the human genotype, the genetic cause of 95% of occurrences of Down syndrome or Trisomy 21. WDSD has been observed since 2006; it first received recognition by the United Nations in 2012. Blue and yellow have long been viewed as the traditional colors of Down syndrome awareness.

Community members who submit photos and participate through Pathfinder’s social media for “Color Our Community” or the 21-Day Challenge will be entered into a special WDSD drawing to win Pathfinder Village-themed gear.

Pathfinder Village is an internationally respected open-access community and services provider in upstate New York and was founded in 1980 to provide people with Down syndrome and other disabilities an independent and fulfilling lifestyle. As it works to provide quality services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, the Village also offers highly successful educational, day services, pre-vocational, and outreach programs. To learn more, plan a visit or visit our fan page on the popular social networking sites, Facebook and Instagram.