Why do we wear orange on anti bullying day?

On the third Wednesday of October, plan to wear and share the color orange—as a tangible representation of the supportive, universal message that our society wants to prevent bullying, and is united for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. We appreciate everyone for wearing and sharing orange on Unity Day.

What Colour do you wear for anti bullying day?

Anti-Bullying Day (or Pink Shirt Day) is an annual event, held in Canada and other parts of the world, where people wear a pink-coloured shirt to stand against bullying.

Why do you wear orange on October 20?

Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange on Unity Day, Wednesday, October 20, to show they care about safe and supportive schools and communities. This is the day when everyone can come together and send one large ORANGE message of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

Is October Anti bullying month?

October’s National Bullying Prevention Month reminds us that students, parents, teachers, and school administrators all play a role….​National Bullying Prevention Month dates.

Year Date Day
2022 October 1 Saturday
2023 October 1 Sunday
2024 October 1 Tuesday
2025 October 1 Wednesday

Why is Unity Day important?

This year is the 145th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. In fact, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel played an important role in integrating 560 princely states into the Union of India. National Unity Day is celebrated to acknowledge the efforts made by Sardar Patel to unite the nation.

What day is Pink Shirt Day in NZ?

Friday 20 May
Have a ‘wear pink’ non-uniform or dress-up day on Friday 20 May (or any day that suits you)! You might like to promote the official Pink Shirt Day t-shirt to your kura or school community.

What is Unity Day orange?

Unity Day was started by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center as a signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month. The call to action was to “Make it Orange and Make it End. Unite Against Bullying!” Participants were encouraged to wear orange to show their support for bullying prevention.