Every year on February 28th, teachers, parents, and students from all over wear pink shirts as a sign to put a stop to bullying. As Pink Shirt Day’s online platform says, “The Pink Shirt Day campaign recognizes the importance of unity, inclusivity, and diversity of all people.”
Here are 3 fun facts you should know about the national Pink Shirt Day initiative:
1. It happens on the last Wednesay of February each year
Since 2007, the initiative has helped spread anti-bullying awareness across the country and raise funds for anti-bullying activities.
2. It all started in Nova Scotia
After a student was bullied for wearing a pink shirt at a school in Nova Scotia, one of his teachers distributed 50 pink shirts to fellow students in show of support.
3. Social media makes the initiative more important than ever
With 2 in 3 kids having experienced online bullying, the Pink Shirt Day initiative is now more important than ever.
Join the initiative and let’s “lift each other up”, Montreal! Find out more about Pink Shirt Day here.
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