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Community Inspiration

The Marathon Man: How Jim Chalmers Inspires Others Every Time He Runs

Jim Chalmers is an adult living with Cri du Chat Syndrome who breaks barriers, stereotypes, and judgments about what people with disabilities can achieve — one marathon at a time.

By Kari Jo Faulhaber · May 25, 2016 · StoryTeller
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Advocacy

"Everyone Deserves to Use Bathrooms Safely" — One Mom's Heartfelt Plea

Shannon Campbell, mother of a 16-year-old with Cri du Chat Syndrome, advocates for accessible changing facilities in public spaces.

May 24, 2016 · POPSUGAR
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Advocacy

Puyallup Mom Lobbies Governor to Proclaim Cri du Chat Syndrome Day

The McDaniel family successfully lobbied Washington State Governor Jay Inslee to proclaim May 5 as Cri du Chat Syndrome Day.

May 10, 2016 · The News Tribune
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Society News

2026 San Antonio Conference Registration Now Open

Join us July 23–26 in San Antonio for our annual gathering. Medical presentations, family workshops, and hundreds of families who get it.

January 2026 · Five P- Society
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Resources

The 5p- Caregiver's Guide 2023 Is Here

Over 100 families contributed to the most comprehensive caregiver resource ever published by the Five P- Society. Free to download.

2023 · Five P- Society
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Community

Sibling Scholarship Fund Reaches New Milestone

Thanks to donor generosity, the Five P- Society's Sibling College Scholarship Fund has supported more families than ever this year.

2025 · Five P- Society
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Event

Virtual 5K for 5p- Returns for 2026

May 13–31, participate from anywhere. Run, walk, roll — all paces and abilities welcome. Registrants receive a commemorative shirt.

2026 · Five P- Society
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Living with "The Cat Cry" Syndrome — A Personal Story

A powerful first-person documentary following daily life with Cri du Chat Syndrome — milestones, challenges, and the remarkable spirit of the community.

2026 · YouTube
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Helen Journal · May 2026
Research

Cri du Chat Research Foundation: A Family's Fight for Hope

After son Liam's diagnosis, Megan and JC Leston founded the Cri du Chat Research Foundation — now a growing movement funding new drug screenings and gene therapy research.

May 2026 · Helen Journal
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State of Michigan · May 5, 2025
Advocacy

Michigan Governor Proclaims Cri du Chat Awareness Day

Governor Whitmer's official May 5, 2025 proclamation recognizes Cri du Chat Awareness Day, shining a statewide spotlight on the 5p- community.

May 5, 2025 · State of Michigan
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Cri-Du-Chat Syndrome Explained: The "Cat's Cry" of Chromosome 5p Deletion

A clear, accessible explainer on the genetics, symptoms, and science behind 5p- Syndrome — ideal for sharing with newly diagnosed families or educators.

June 2025 · YouTube
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Community

International Cri du Chat Syndrome Awareness Video

Families from around the world come together in this community-produced awareness video celebrating the strength, love, and resilience of the 5p- community.

YouTube · Five P- Community
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