Basingstoke's MP supports "You-Can’t-Put-Me-Down Syndrome" campaign.
The campaign aims to challenge and rewrite the medical narrative – highlighting young people with Down syndrome living their best lives, each a valued and loved family member, each deserving of a maternity care system that no longer perpetuates and promotes stigma and discrimination towards them.
The team believe that alongside people with Down syndrome deserving respect and equality; that expectant and new parents deserve so much better than the outdated attitudes and discriminatory language they’re often subjected to.
Maria said. "I was pleased to meet with parents and young campaigners. It is so important that health and maternity professionals have a modern understanding of the reality of living with Down syndrome; and, that parents have access to accurate information and ongoing relevant support. I fully support the Down Syndrome UK (DSUK) campaign and applaud all their hard work to challenge outdated attitudes."
Please visit DownSyndromeUk.co.uk for more information.