Woman With Down Syndrome Couldn't Get A Job. Now She Runs Her Own Business

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by Twumasi Duah-Mensah, The News & Observer/TNS | July 22, 2025

RALEIGH, N.C. — The last job Gabi Angelini applied for before starting her own business was to be a smoothie operator.

Her mother, Mary, guesses she applied for 20 jobs. She often got interviews. She got rejected each time.

And after this interview, the employer said Gabi, who has Down syndrome, would be too slow for the job.
“How do they know if they never taught me?” Gabi said.

https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/07/22/woman-with-down-syndrome-couldnt-get-a-job-now-she-runs-her-own-business/31549/


With all the seriously hideous things Trump does to our country each day, I believe her story is a reminder of how amazing people can be.

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1. Good for her!

Thx for sharing!

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2. So great, isn't she?

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4. Yes!

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3. Thank you

Too many people think that disable is synonymous with unable

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5. Absolutely!

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6. Especially now with attacks on DEI.

Impact of DEI Bans on People with Down Syndrome
by Mark Winkler

The impact of DEI bans on people with Down Syndrome: In recent months, new laws banning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in parts of the United States have sparked concern across many communities, including those advocating for individuals with Down syndrome. These bans, aimed at limiting programs that promote inclusivity in education, employment, and public services, could have serious consequences for people with disabilities in both the U.S. and Canada.
https://www.ritawinkler.art/blog/dei-bans-down-syndrome/?srsltid=AfmBOopVp9qSdEcjE_aDUXEZ_I32pzXtMvGeR3xLkqysH8n8XOtqc_EW

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7. This makes me smile

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8. A beautiful human being, yep.