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24 Aug 2023

Wear It Purple Day Wrap around – What’s on?

Society & Culture

Wear It Purple Day Wrap around – What’s on?

From Brisbane to regional Victoria, Rach & Dean found out what is going on to celebrate Wear It Purple Day this week.

 

Here are Cris Stevens-Todd’s Regional Roundup events.

Town  Shepparton 
Event  Wear It Purple Day Shepparton 
Date  Friday 25th Aug 
Time  12:00pm till 2:00pm 
Info  Join us for a colourful celebration of diversity and inclusion! Wear It Purple Day is all about embracing individuality and fostering a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ youth. 

This in-person event, hosted by GOTAFE, promises a day filled with fun, acceptance, and a chance to connect with other rainbow individuals! 

This year the theme for Wear It Purple Day 2023 is ‘Write Your Story’. The message being it is integral to acknowledge and celebrate the importance of personal expression and individuality for our rainbow youth! 

Wear It Purple Day is a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness and advocate for a more inclusive society. Let’s stand together, celebrate our differences, and create a world where everyone feels safe and accepted for who they are. 

We look forward to seeing you there! 

Please email studentlife@gotafe.vic.edu.au if you have any dietary and accessibility requirements. 

Link   https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wear-it-purple-day-shepparton-tickets-695177182667?fbclid=IwAR0l-VpCycC9-KMSbucbdSzNFmmq2-VNaleCelsbo9cCasnbBiZ0bXkiGiE  
FB Link   https://fb.me/e/1hOOmu3qB  

 

 

Town  Bendigo
Bendigo Library , 259 Hargreaves Street , Bendigo VIC 3550 
Event  Wear it Purple Day: All-gendered fashion parade 
Date  Friday 25th August  
Time  05:00 pm – 07:00 pm 
Info  Clothes are an essential part of self-expression, so dress your best and join in our Wear It Purple Day all-gendered fashion parade – a safe space to test out your latest look. We’ll crank up the music and open the catwalk (space for a quick change and make-up provided)! 

 

There will be stalls by local health services and also the launch our four amazing canvasses created by local LGBTIQAA+ young people. 

 

Refreshments provided. 

Link   https://www.connectgreaterbendigo.com.au/events/lgbtqia-events/wear-it-purple-day-all-gendered-fashion-parade?fbclid=IwAR3_38Myu3t0RFNUu1dX1PaycqHZLNzwcg02bNAXPUouPeou1EU5iKQQB_k  
FB Link    
 

 

 

 

 

 
Town  Mildura
Arts Mildura 39 Langtree Ave 
Event  Wear it Purple Day 
Date  Friday 25th August  
Time  04:00 pm – 07:00 pm 
Info  Open to those aged 12 to 25
Enjoy music, fill your tummy with food, and tell your story though free form or guided activities  
Link   https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/write-your-story-for-wear-it-purple-day-tickets-687070986817?aff=odeieiemailshare&utm-campaign=social,email&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-source=strongmail&utm-term=checkoutwidget&fbclid=IwAR18Sn0V2QrI34-B4w05eygyDliBNUz4MJd5HYlvlvmjQpER4ZGhzfSj0wA  
FB Link   https://fb.me/e/62nj3d7VM  

 

 

Town  Geelong
Geelong West Town Hall Wadawurrung Country, 153 Pakington Street, Geelong VIC 3220 
Event   Wear It Purple Fest 
Date  25 August 2023,  
Time  06:00 PM – 09:00 PM 
Info  This event is for young people aged 12-25 years old to come together to celebrate Wear it Purple Day and have fun!  

 

There will be fabulous entertainment, queer crafts, fun activities including photobooth, face painting, games and a sensory room for chill down time. All capped off with yummy food, prizes and give aways.  

 

Come dressed in your favourite or fancy outfit and don’t forget to wear something purple!   

Link   https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/events/calendar/item/8db9f10e2d36f59.aspx 

 

https://events.humanitix.com/wear-it-purple?_ga=2.30127231.1711833059.1692143705-706772577.1690348896 

 

 

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