Marischal College was lit up in blue and yellow last night to mark campaigning for World Down Syndrome Day.
Events took place across the globe yesterday to encourage decision-makers to do more to include people with the genetic disorder in society.
The campaign was organised to show how people with Down’s Syndrome can make “meaningful contributions” throughout their lives.
It also highlighted how negative attitudes and a lack of knowledge can limit their opportunities.
Yesterday millions of people across the world took part in the Lots of Socks campaign, raising awareness by wearing a pair of odd socks.
Campaigners thought up the idea as people with Down’s Syndrome have an extra chromosome which, they say, look like socks.
The Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Barney Crockett, got into the spirit of things by sporting a yellow one and a stripy blue sock on the other foot.
He said: “World Down Syndrome Day is an occasion all at Aberdeen City Council are proud to support and we are pleased to be raising awareness by lighting Marischal College blue and yellow.
“The odd sock campaign has captured the hearts and minds of people all across the country – and as Lord Provost I’m sporting my own mismatched socks today to play my part.
“Behind the fun of the campaign is a very serious message about the rights, inclusion and wellbeing of people with Down’s syndrome and that is something we can all help to champion.”
