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100 Women: Sam is changing perceptions of Down鈥檚 syndrome

10 December 2018

Catering assistant Sam has spent the last 12 years working at a Glasgow college — but she’s also travelled the world to promote better understanding of her condition: Down’s syndrome.

Sam’s dedication to her job and charity work resulted in her being chosen as one of the 大象传媒’s 100 Women for 2018.

“When I heard, I was over the moon”

Despite her recognition on the list, things haven’t been easy for Sam.

She was the victim of a hate crime – a man spat in her face – but the response of gifts, flowers and cards from her workmates made Sam really appreciate her colleagues.

“They treat me like everyone else. The people here are part of my family.”

Sam sees her long-term employment and charity work as an opportunity to inspire other people with Down’s syndrome.

“If I can do it, then they can do it. They just have to set their mind to ‘get out there and see what happens’.”