Annapolis dancer changing narrative for people with Down syndrome

Robert Wallop, an Annapolis dancer with down syndrome, is taking his moves to the stage this week. “We can make a difference, ...
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Virginia Down Syndrome Association to host Dancing with the Local Stars Gala

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Down Syndrome Association (VDSA) will be hosting the third annual Dancing with the Local Stars Gala in June to help celebrate families and raise awareness about ...
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Dancing with the Local Stars: Area celebrities partner with Down syndrome advocates

RICHMOND, Va. — Practice is underway at Village Dance Studio for the third annual Dancing with the Local Stars, an event benefiting the Virginia Down Syndrome Association. The gala pairs local ...
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Model is first Strictly Come Dancing star with Down’s syndrome

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ellie Goldstein says she was ‘absolutely over the moon’ to be joining up with the cast - CHP/CHP A Vogue cover star will become ...
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‘I love to dance with my friends’: Purple Tutu in Alexandria teaches ballet to children with Down syndrome

For the last nine years, children with Down syndrome in Alexandria, Virginia, have had the opportunity to be introduced to ballet thanks to The Purple Tutu. The program is now under the umbrella of ...
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Children with Down syndrome can thrive through care, support

DHAKA, May 11, 2026 (BSS) - Eleven-year-old Nafiz Islam loves dancing, singing, making friends and going on outings, although ...
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Virginia Down Syndrome Association's Dancing with the Local Stars Gala

RICHMOND, Va. -- The Virginia Down Syndrome Association Dancing with the Local Stars Gala is happening May 25th from 6-10 pm. Today. Jennifer Case, LCSW and Executive Director of VDSA and Kathryn Mary ...