Mark Bradford, Word on Fire
Mark Bradford, the Word on Fire Institute’s Fellow for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, spoke at the United Nations headquarters in New York on March 21, 2024 as part of a panel presentation at the 13th World Down Syndrome Day Conference to promote the dignity of individuals with Down syndrome.
The panel event, entitled Celebrating Ability: Investing in and Accompanying Children and Adults with Down Syndrome and Their Families, was facilitated by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations and the Center for Family and Human Rights. It featured a lineup of experts and advocates who highlighted the social support that persons with Down syndrome need to thrive and contribute to society, as well as the gaps and challenges in ensuring an inclusive and welcoming society for all those with Down syndrome.
You can hear Mark's input by following the link below. His talks begins at 53 minutes on the dial.
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