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GLOBAL Down Syndrome Foundation Celebrates Historic Bipartisan Advancement of the DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act
House Energy & Commerce Committee Unanimously Advances Landmark Legislation as Congressional Leaders Honor DeOndra Dixon, John J. Sie, Michelle Sie Whitten, and GLOBAL’s Decades of Advocacy Watch the Full Committee Markup Program Highlights: Opening Statements by DeGette + Guthrie [24:14-26:32] – DeGette – 24:14-25:45, Guthrie – 25:45-26:15, DeGette – 26:16-22, Guthrie – 26:22-32 Tonko Opening Statement [28:12-58] Voting [4:03:05-4:15:49] – Hudson – 4:03:05-4:05:29, Guthrie – 4:05:29-4:06:37, Hudson – 4:06:37-54, Guthrie – 4:06:54-4:07:07, DeGette – 4:07:07-4:09:46, Guthrie – 4:09:46-56, Tonko – 4:09:56-4:11:50, Guthrie/Voting – 4:11:50-4:15:49 WASHINGTON, D.C. May 29, 2026 — Following a powerful and deeply moving bipartisan markup, the U.S. House Energy & Commerce Committee unanimously advanced the DeOndra […]
Posted on 5月 29, 2026
Lina Crnic Institute’s Dr. Lina Patel Keynote Speaker at Midlands Gala
For the fifth consecutive year, the Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands–GLOBAL joint “Building the Future” gala in Omaha, Nebraska, was a HUGE success – raising needed funds for amazing local programs and life changing research. Guests were thrilled to hear from world-renowned behavior expert, Dr. Lina Patel, of GLOBAL’s affiliate, Linda Crnic Institute, who shared that funds raised at the event change lives locally – through programs like the Alliance’s Down Syndrome Education Series, adaptive swim, and cooking programs, and more – as well as nationally and internationally. Dr. Patel shared how every dollar given at the gala has a tangible benefit when it comes to elongating life and […]
Posted on 5月 26, 2026
GLOBAL’s AcceptAbility Gala Raises $430,000 for Down Syndrome Research and Medical Care as Celebrities and Congressional Leaders Rally Behind the Cause
Global Down Syndrome Foundation Honored Sen. Shelley Moore Capito and Rep. Paul Tonko at Event that Featured Award-Winning Multiplatinum Artist Rachel Platten and Inclusive Dance Team Washington, DC, May 21, 2026 – Last night, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) held its eighth annual AcceptAbility Gala, Washington DC’s largest fundraiser for people with Down syndrome, raising $430,000 to support important research and medical care benefiting people with Down syndrome. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Representative Paul Tonko (D-NY) received GLOBAL’s highest honor, the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award, and pledged their continued strong advocacy in Congress to improve the lives of people with Down syndrome. “Last night’s AcceptAbility Gala shows the world the incredible power of bipartisan […]
Posted on 5月 22, 2026
New Research Published in Hotel Business: Inclusive Hiring May be Hospitality’s Retention Cure
First-In-Kind National Survey Commissioned by Global Down Syndrome Foundation Reveals Barriers & Benefits to Tapping into the Disability Workforce Hotel Business Publication Research White Paper DENVER – April 30, 2026 – A groundbreaking new research report published in Hotel Business reveals that hiring people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) could considerably mitigate the hospitality industry’s staggering 70-80% turnover. Commissioned by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) with support from the Daniels Fund, the multi-modal research includes a first-in-kind national survey of over 600 hospitality professionals featuring extensive interviews with senior executives, and a 20-week hospitality pilot training program for participants with Down syndrome at three Denver-area hotels: The […]
Posted on 4月 30, 2026
Global Down Syndrome Foundation Provides $16,000 in Employment Awards
Global Down Syndrome Foundation expanding inclusive workforce opportunities worldwide! Denver – April 2026 – The Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of its highly respected GLOBAL Employment Awards. This year, GLOBAL awarded $16,000 in Employment Awards to nine outstanding Down syndrome organizations in the U.S. and internationally, funding innovative programs that create and expand meaningful employment opportunities for people with Down syndrome. The GLOBAL Employment Awards are a distinguished benefit for GLOBAL member organizations. Each year, the awards foster collaboration and fund local programs that make a direct and lasting impact by creating or expanding employment pathways for self-advocates. This year’s Employment Awards provide […]
Posted on 4月 27, 2026
Dr. Nicole Baumer Speaks at the Annual Emory Down Syndrome Research & Caregiver Symposium
Dr. Nicole Baumer, Director of GLOBAL Affiliate the Anna and John J. Sie Center for Down Syndrome, recently spoke at the annual Emory Down Syndrome Research & Caregiver Symposium, discussing common neurodevelopmental and behavioral characteristics, skills, and abilities in Down syndrome, and how to apply neurodevelopmental knowledge to address behavior challenges and plan effective interventions. While acknowledging common behavioral challenges that often occur in people with Down syndrome, Dr. Baumer began her presentation focusing on the positive characteristics associated with the diagnosis, noting that using a child’s strengths is key when seeking strategies to help address challenges or needs. Dr. Baumer encouraged attendees to try to understand the motivation driving […]
Posted on 4月 27, 2026
Exclusive Interview with Elly Kitaly, Executive Director of Chadron’s Hope Foundation
Nearly eight years ago, Elly Kitaly founded Chadron’s Hope Foundation after the birth of her son, Chadron. What began as a mother searching for information in a system with few resources has grown into a community-based organization providing early intervention services, psychosocial and economic support for mothers, and national awareness around Down syndrome in Tanzania. In this conversation, Elly shares her journey, the realities families face, and her vision for lasting change. GLOBAL: Elly, tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got involved with Chadron’s Hope Foundation. What led you to where it is today? ELLY: My name is Elly. I’m a mother of two boys, Chadron […]
Posted on 3月 30, 2026
Dr. Nicole Baumer To Receive Prestigious Pueschel/Tjossem Research Award
Earlier this month, the National Down Syndrome Congress announced that Dr. Nicole Baumer will receive its prestigious Pueschel/Tjossem Research Award at its convention in July in Orlando. Dr. Baumer is the Director of GLOBAL’s Affiliate, the Anna & John J. Sie Center for Down Syndrome. The award recognizes, “research that has contributed to more excellent knowledge and understanding of Down syndrome and has improved the lives of people with Down syndrome and their families.” The award can be given to an individual researcher, a program, or a research institute. Dr. Baumer has led research efforts on a variety of fronts, including a National Institutes of Health (NIH) INCLUDE Project grant […]
Posted on 3月 30, 2026
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