2024 NHDSA Buddy Walk
Join us at 11 am on Sunday, September 22nd for a fun day of music, games, food and lots of smiles! Together we can brighten the future of individuals with Down syndrome.
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Your support will help people with Down syndrome in our community
You have a chance to make an impact in the lives of people with Down syndrome in our community. The New Hampshire Down Syndrome Association is voluntarily led by families, professionals, and others who are interested in developing and sharing knowledge and the experience of Down syndrome. The mission of the New Hampshire Down Syndrome Association is to help all people with Down syndrome live to their fullest potential and enhance their quality of life while bringing about awareness of Down syndrome to our friends and neighbors.
NHDSA is honored to have Madison Tevlin as this year's Buddy Walk Advocate speaker!
Madison Tevlin was born with Down syndrome, though she’ll rightly tell you it’s the least interesting thing about her. She has dedicated her life to dismantling the stigmas associated with Down syndrome, proving from a young age that it does not define her capabilities, and that we all thrive when we reduce stigmas and lift each other up.
Her extensive credits include notable appearances on the television show “Mr. D,” and hosting her talk show “Who Do You Think I Am.” She received praise for a standout performance in “Champions,” a film directed by Bobby Farrelly and starring Woody Harrelson. Madison graced the red carpet as a host at the Canadian Screen Awards, where she also made history as the first person with Down syndrome to be nominated for Best Host in a Talk Show or Entertainment News category.
Beyond her on-screen accomplishments, Madison is an active participant in initiatives that promote inclusivity. She is a member of Best Buddies International and has walked the runway for the Knix Confidence Tour and the Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Fashion Show. Her voice resonated deeply at the “Dear Mom” conference in Laguna Beach, where she served as the keynote speaker, and later in the year was honoured by the Global Down syndrome Foundation with the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award in 2023 for her contributions to the community.
Event Information
Sunday September 22, 2024
Registration opens at 11:00am. Festivities begin at 11:30am.
Walk will take place at NH State House Plaza
107 N Main St, Concord, NH 03301
About Us
The New Hampshire Down Syndrome Association was formed in 1988 as a voluntary, non-profit organization of families, professionals, and others who are interested in developing and sharing knowledge and the experience of Down syndrome. The mission of the New Hampshire Down Syndrome Association is to help all people with Down syndrome live to their fullest potential and enhance their quality of life while bringing about awareness of Down syndrome to our friends and neighbors.
NHDSA supports parents and families and acts as a constant resource for information.
NHDSA strives to promote inclusivity in all settings, and all of our activities shall be devoted to the achievement of positive attitudes regarding Down syndrome in the state of New Hampshire.
