World Down Syndrome Day (21 March 2025) - Yvette Sen

Yvette (left in photo) and her mother

World Down Syndrome Day (21 March 2025): Yvette’s Journey with Down Syndrome 

Meet Yvette, a vibrant 15-year-old whose cheerful spirit and love for dance light up every room she enters. Born with Down Syndrome, Yvette has embraced life with a joyful heart and an open mind, making friends and experiencing new adventures along the way. 

Her journey with Club Rainbow (Singapore) began in 2016, after her family discovered the organisation through a friend. Since then, Club Rainbow has been a source of enrichment and support for Yvette, offering her opportunities to participate in various activities such as hip hop dance workshops, Camp Rainbow, and social integration programmes. These experiences have not only brought her joy, but also helped her explore new interests and build meaningful connections. 

One of Yvette’s most inspiring qualities is her ability to get along with the people she meets. Despite any challenges that may come with her condition, she continues to radiate warmth and positivity, bringing smiles to those around her. Her passion for dancing is evident in her enthusiasm, and while she may not have defined dreams for the future, she embraces each day with excitement and curiosity. 

Beyond her cheerful nature, Yvette’s thoughtfulness shines through in the little ways she cares for her family. She welcomes them home with a refreshing cup of water, ensuring they feel comforted after a long day. On rainy days, she sends voice messages to remind them to stay safe while traveling. When her mother experiences backaches, Yvette lovingly offers a massage to ease her discomfort. Her kindness and attentiveness bring warmth and joy to those closest to her. 

For Yvette’s family, their biggest hope is simple yet profound: for her to remain happy always. Their love and encouragement, along with the support from Club Rainbow, continue to shape her journey in the most beautiful ways. 

As we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day, Yvette has a special message for everyone – she wants to say hi! Let’s take this moment to appreciate the unique stories, strengths, and dreams of individuals like Yvette, and work towards a world where every child gets to shine in their own way. 

World Down Syndrome Day is a global awareness day to help people understand and support those with Down Syndrome better. The date being the 21st day of the 3rd month was chosen to represent the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down Syndrome. Around 1 in every 800 babies will be born with Down Syndrome. People with Down Syndrome usually have an intellectual disability, and some health conditions are also more common in them. 

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