Live Blog
This live blog is about celebrating the inspirational stories and achievements of individuals all over the world who have overcome their ‘different ability’, impairment, stunted growth or otherwise to prove misconceptions are wrong and equality and diversity is the way forward… please enjoy, share and comment thank you …
Lauren Potter, actress with Down Syndrome in ‘Glee’
Young american teenager with DS, well known as spokesperson and advocate as well as actress and comedienne…
Marlow FM podcast – 8th July 2020
Erika Petrie is interviewed by Mary Flavelle about all matters down syndrome...
Blandford Forum Focus Article – April Issue 2020
Miki's music honours the 'different' children
How Miki inspires me every day
How Miki inspires me on a daily basis with her ability to smile and her resilience which always sees her determined to succeed…
Chelsea Werner, an American champion world gymnast with Down Syndrome becomes a high fashion model
Chelsea as a world champion gymnast Chelsea Werner, born with Down Syndrome and now 32 years of age never ceases to amaze us. With sheer determination and practice she has become world gymnastics champion twice over (despite low muscle tone she defied all...
Luca Trapanese who adopted a Down Syndrome child, as a single dad
How a young single man is starting to change perceptions in Italy by adopting a child with Down Syndrome against all odds…
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As of 31st March 2022, Shades of Different is now officially registered as a charity incorporated organisation (charity no: 1198481). We aim to raise funds to provide vital therapies and promote better inclusion for differently able children, initially in Dorset and hopefully spreading to other parts of the UK in the future. Please donate as little or as much as you can, knowing that this will really make a difference to these children who really deserve it and can help to make our world a better place.
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