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Martin McLoughlin, pictured far right, with friends and fellow members of Down Syndrome Ireland at Mayo branch 50th anniversary party
Down Syndrome Ireland’s Mayo branch is gearing up for World Down Syndrome Day on March 21.
To celebrate, the branch will take part in Down Syndrome Ireland’s ‘Lots of Socks’ campaign, encouraging members, families, schools and the wider community to wear their brightest socks throughout March.
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) celebrates identity, inclusion and community. For the branch, WDSD is an opportunity to raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and proudly highlight the contributions of people with Down syndrome in our local communities.
Ahead of the big day, the branch is shining a spotlight on one of its longest-standing and most cherished members, Martin McLoughlin.
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Born in 1968, Martin is a native of Mulranny with strong connections to the Mayo Down Syndrome Ireland branch. Martin’s mother established the branch over 51 years ago.
Martin participates in many branch activities and is a familiar, much-loved face at events, social outings, and celebrations.
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