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Erika Tencer and her daughter Atara (left) have been blitzing schools to wipe out misconceptions about Down's Syndrome. (May 8, 2011)
Updated: Sun May. 08 2011 2:44:30 PM
ctvmontreal.ca
Down's Syndrome doesn't have to be a downer.
Erika Tencer is on a mission to educate people about the condition her daughter Atara was born with 14 years ago.
The duo host workshops around the city in which they aim to answer questions about the condition.
Tencer, a professional photographer, has taken a time-out from her regular career to devote herself to spreading knowledge.
She hopes people will benefit from the experience, including her daughter.
"I want Atara to feel what she makes other people feel," says Tencer. "That's one of the reasons why we do this."
Students on a recent visit to JPPS Elementary found the visit rewarding.
"Disabilities don't make people mean, they just make people a little different," said one young pupil.
"They're all people and so are we," said another.
Atara's younger sister Tovah has found the journey inspiring.
"Atara is slowly letting he world know that there are people out there with special abilities and people should accept them," says Tovah.
Tencer has also written many helpful texts on how to supply the special needs required for a Down's Syndrome child.
She and her daughter Atara are available for workshops or other educational functions. Anybody who wants to know more can visit their site. She can be reached at etencer2@sympatico.ca or 514-603-4446.
