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“Everyone needs support sometimes. The support that we may need will be different for every person, and that’s just the same for people who have Down’s syndrome.”
These words, taken from a blog post shared by the Down’s Syndrome Association ahead of Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week 2025 – running from 20 March to 23 March – are a much-needed reminder of the structured support and career opportunities that employers must provide for people with Down’s Syndrome—particularly given that just 4.8% of adults with a learning disability are employed across the UK, despite 86% wanting a job.
World Down Syndrome Day, celebrated today across the globe, should only be the start of the conversation. Alongside spotlighting crucial research into ongoing challenges for people with learning disabilities, it is a fantastic opportunity to reflect on advice from employers that have successfully delivered support schemes and inclusive workplace cultures.
Let’s talk ‘support’ – How World Down Syndrome Day can inspire employers
The statistics shared above shine a clear spotlight on the need for employers to offer more accessible and inclusive job opportunities for people with disabilities, including Down’s Syndrome.
