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SM Supermalls stands proudly All for Down—reaffirming our commitment to inclusion, dignity and belonging for the Down syndrome community nationwide. SM Supermalls President Steven Tan (center) joins members of the Down syndrome community in enjoying the Pyro Musical Festival with SM Supermalls Senior Assistant Vice President for Regional Operations Perkin So (in red).
MANILA, Philippines — Across all SM Supermalls in the country, one message rang clear: SM is "All for Down."
In celebration of World Down Syndrome Day last March 21, SM mounted a unified, nationwide activation through its corporate social responsibility arm, SM Cares.
The activation reaffirms SM’s long-standing commitment to becoming a truly inclusive Mall for All where every individual is welcomed, respected and valued.
Observed every 3/21 to symbolize the triplication of the 21st chromosome that causes Down syndrome, the global awareness day became more than a date on the calendar for SM.
Through its nationwide reach, SM empowered its surrounding communities through every-day, synchronized advocacy in their most-loved SM Supermalls.
'One Mic, One Message' — Real voices, real inclusion
At the heart of the nationwide campaign was “One Mic, One Message: For the Down Syndrome Community.”
Special installations of standing microphones were set up in each SM Mall nationwide to invite employees, frontliners, and customers to share one sincere message for the Down syndrome community.
Raw and authentic messages from mall managers to everyday mallgoers affirmed dignity, belonging, and respect for those with Down Syndrome:
“You belong here.”
“You are seen, valued, and respected.”
“This space is for you, too.”
Mall Managers led the closing messages in each location, reinforcing that the commitment to inclusivity begins with leadership and is carried through every level of the organization.
Inclusion in action: Training, standards and everyday practice
SM also strengthened its operational commitment through comprehensive Sensitivity Training initiatives for mall teams, tenants, security personnel, janitorial staff and all customer-facing frontliners.
Watch parties were organized reinforce proper assistance, respectful communication, and dignified support for persons with disabilities. “All for Down” guide posters were also installed in high-visibility employee areas and cascaded to tenants to serve as daily reminders of inclusive service standards.
A nationwide movement continues
Smiles that light up the night. At SM Mall of Asia, the Globe shines bright with one message: Your Most Loved SM Supermalls is All for Down. Because inclusion isn’t just for a day—it’s who we are, across 89 malls nationwide.
The March 21 activations aim to builds momentum toward a much larger, unifying moment: the SM Cares Happy Walk on March 29, expected to gather over 6,000 participants nationwide.
From Luzon to Mindanao, families, advocates, employees and partners will come together in a collective show of solidarity—further proving that SM’s support for the Down syndrome community is year-round, sustained through programs, safe spaces, and nationwide gatherings that celebrate ability, dignity and belonging.
Through unified nationwide initiatives like “SM is All for Down,” SM Cares affirms that inclusion is at the heart of how SM builds experiences—for customers, for families and for future generations.
Editor’s Note: This press release is sponsored by SM. It is published by the Advertising Content Team that is independent from our Editorial Newsroom.
