July 1, 2020July 1, 2020 by NDSC

E-News ~ July 1, 2020

Mission Moment
with Executive Director David Tolleson

Wow – what a great month we’ve had! Our Convention From Your Couch was a tremendous success. I’m very thankful to the staff members and volunteers who produced this incredible six-plus week gift to our community. If you missed any (or all) of the workshops or special sessions (like the Awards Ceremony, Talent Show, or Dance) – or if you just want to watch them again – the viewing deadline has been extended through July 12. Going forward we’re working on additional programming for the summer and fall in both English and Spanish, and we have also begun planning for next year’s NDSC Annual Convention at the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona! We hope to see you there.

You can also view a recording of our Town Hall on race relations. It was a terrific conversation starter – one that will continue on July 16, at 7:00 PM ET. Please join us then to be part of this important discussion.

David Tolleson, NDSC Executive Director

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020 by NDSC

Extending Convention From Your Couch Through July 12

It is hard to believe that we are in the final days of the NDSC Convention From Your Couch. Although nothing can replace attending an NDSC Convention in-person, we hope that you have found the virtual event provided information, resources, and connections that are useful for you and your family.

If you have not attended Convention From Your Couch and would like access to the private channel with nearly 7 weeks of programming, we are extending the viewing channel access through July 12. The details to gain access are below.

June 9, 2020June 10, 2020 by NDSC

NDSC E-News ~ June 2020

Mission Moment
with Executive Director David Tolleson

Disability rights are civil rights. As an organization that promotes equal opportunity, access and treatment for all people, the NDSC stands with the Black community in rejecting the systemic racism in our society. We also recognize that, as an organization, we have fallen short in our outreach to underserved communities and pledge to do better.

As Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” We all have a role to play, both in rejecting injustice and in finding solutions. To that end, NDSC will host a Town Hall on Race Relations: How do we all do better?, Monday, June 15th, at 7:00 PM ET. I hope you will join us as we listen, learn and explore actions that will make a difference in our organization and beyond.As our community knows, inclusion means breaking down barriers and welcoming everyone. We’re better all together and all together better.

David Tolleson, NDSC Executive Director

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May 23, 2020May 23, 2020 by NDSC

Convention From Your Couch Week 3

Week 3 May 25 – 31

Each week during Convention From Your Couch we are offering registered attendees 3-4 new workshops in a webinar format. If you haven’t registered yet, you can still view all the Convention From Your Couch workshop recordings. Register today and get access to a private viewing channel through June 30!

Starting in June, we will kick-off Youth & Adult workshops, spotlights, and of course, the talent show! There will also be sessions just for siblings in a virtual Brothers & Sisters Conference, along with the opportunity to attend Sharing Sessions designed for your individual ages and stages.

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May 15, 2020May 15, 2020 by NDSC

Convention From Your Couch Week 2

WEEK 2 MAY 18 – 24

Start your week off with a Deep Dive Session presented by Stacy Taylor

May 18, 2020, at 1:00 – 4:00 PM ET– DEEP DIVE SESSION with Stacy Taylor, MA, BCBA, Owner, Advance Behavior & Learning
Behavior News You Can Use

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May 5, 2020May 5, 2020 by NDSC

#GivingTuesdayNOW ~ Meet Our Staff

We hope this email finds you healthy and well.

We are all feeling a bit unsure of so many things right now. It seems as though COVID-19 has changed everything in our lives. Everything but the fact that when people unite around a common cause, real and lasting change happens.

You more than likely have heard of #GivingTuesday, an annual day of giving that generally follows Thanksgiving. It began in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past seven years, it has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.

In response to the unprecedented needs created by COVID-19, today, May 5th has been
designated as #GivingTuesdayNow. This global day of giving calls for us to be our very best—to support our communities, show up for our neighbors, and come together as one to show that our unity is stronger than fear or distance. We know that you have many choices as to how you will give on #GivingTuesdayNOW. We hope that you will choose to support the NDSC. To make a donation you may visit the Donate page on our website or go to our Facebook page and click on any one of the #GivingTuesdayNOW posts.

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May 3, 2020May 3, 2020 by NDSC

NDSC E-News ~ May 2020 ~ Convention From Your Couch

Mission Moment
With NDSC Executive Director, David Tolleson

We’ll be there for you!

First and foremost, I hope this finds you and your family well. We know that these are challenging times, but I want you to know that we are here for you. Over the last few weeks, our work has continued – and in some ways increased. As always, we remain committed to bringing you resources, programming, and information that is useful to you and your family.

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April 9, 2020 by NDSC

NDSC COVID-19 and Other Resources

The mission of the National Down Syndrome Congress has always been to provide information, advocacy, and support concerning all aspects of life for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. We know that as concern for our community grows due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, so does the amount of information that you are receiving. To help your family during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we have sifted through the avalanche of information currently available to provide you with resources that are practical and useful to you and your family.

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March 30, 2020March 30, 2020 by NDSC

Announcement of 2020 Convention Cancellation

After careful consideration, and in response to guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the NDSC Board of Directors and staff have made the difficult decision to cancel the 48th Annual NDSC Convention, scheduled June 25-28, 2020, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, due to risks associated with COVID-19.

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March 23, 2020March 23, 2020 by NDSC

NDSC Special WDSD Edition E-News

Mission Moment

With NDSC Executive Director, David Tolleson

This World Down Syndrome Day dawns on a changed planet. Who would’ve guessed – even just a few weeks ago – that we would find ourselves where we are today? Like you, the NDSC is adapting to this rapidly evolving situation. Our staff is adjusting to working remotely and we’re exploring new ways to support the Down syndrome community. We are committed to providing you with up-to-date, accurate – but also practical – information and resources needed to navigate our new normal.

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