Singapore was selected to launch the inaugural WDSD in 2006. The event, held at the CHIJ Secondary School in Toa Payoh, in the heartlands of Singapore was very successful and well attended. Many other organisations worldwide joined in the celebrations with events and activities in their respective countries.

This year the theme for 21 March 2008 is "Aim High Enough", to continue creating awareness about Down syndrome and promote acceptance of diversity.

Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) is commemorating World Down Syndrome Day with a series of events from 20 – 30 March 2008. They are:

• World Down Syndrome Day Message Board
  o Date: 20 – 29 March 2008
  o Venue: All Regional and Community Libraries
  o About: Library users are encouraged to pin up a message of hope and encouragement to persons with Down syndrome using kite-shaped paper. The messages are then affixed to the Message Board. Volunteers will be at the Libraries to promote awareness of World Down Syndrome Day and educate on Down syndrome
  
  
• WDSD Commemoration Day 2008
  o Date: Friday, 21 March 2008
  o Time: 9am
  o Venue:Top of the 8 at Bishan Junction 8 Shopping Mall
  o About: Take part in quizzes, games and a mini treasure hunt and stand to win prizes. DSA is organizing a WDSD Commemoration Day in which members with Down syndrome are encouraged to attend the event with their families. Balloons and brochures on World Down Syndrome Day will be distributed to the public to generate a greater awareness of World Down Syndrome Day and the significance of the date.
  
  
• DSA Kite Fest
  o Date: Sunday, 30 March 2008
  o Time: 9.00am
  o Venue: D’Space at Pasir Ris Park (near Carpark E & F)
  o About: A day of fun and games await all participants at the DSA Kite Fest. Participate in the Kite Design Competition by designing a kite (using watercolours) to the theme of “My Hope, Dreams and Ambitions”. Kites can be obtained at the DSA Offices.
  Along with the Kite Design Competition, there will also be Kite flying and Telematch games. Bring your family and a picnic basket and soak up some sun with us as we celebrate the World Down Syndrome Day.
  
  Click here to view Singapore’s commemoration of World Down Syndrome Day 2008