A hedge fund executive, Jessamy Tang also serves on the board of trustees of Down Syndrome International. In this role, Jessamy Tang has chaired the World Down Syndrome Day Conference at the United Nations since 2013.
Created by Down Syndrome International and recognized by the United Nations since 2012, World Down Syndrome Day raises awareness about the condition while acknowledging the contributions that people with Down syndrome make to their communities every day. Communities all over the world celebrate the occasion with local events. In 2016, activities will include free portrait photography in Canada and a formal ball in Lancashire, England.
The World Down Syndrome Day Conference at the United Nations invites speakers both with and without Down syndrome to share their insights and experiences. In 2015, the conference addressed the theme “My Opportunities, My Choices - Enjoying Full and Equal Rights and the Role of Families.” Speakers and panelists used this theme to express the need for family and community support in advocating for individuals with Down syndrome. In March 2016, the conference will convene again to discuss the theme “My Friends, My Community,” an exploration of the importance of inclusive environments for children with Down's syndrome.
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