Stop Bullying I Pink Shirt Day

Bullying has always been something close to my heart and come February 25th, we all have the opportunity to jump on board and wear pink in support of stopping bullying in any forms- in school, work, on the streets, everywhere and anywhere.

Pink Shirt Day came about when two male students in high school decided to stand against bullying when a Grade 9 student was bullied for wearing pink to school. What they did next was phenomenal, they went to school the next day with bags containing pink shirts and distributed it all around to students. Needless to say, the Grade 9 student who was bullied lit up.

This time around, we can all step in to help out through various ways – some of them listed below! You can be even more proactive and invite coworkers, friends and family to wear pink to show support! Lets spread awareness to this issue and a small gesture can go a long long way! Something as tiny and simple- like a smile, or a compliment, or a hug can do SO MUCH for somebody- in ways that you can’t possibly comprehend.

Growing up, I’ve had my fair share of experiencing bullying. Not physical bullying (thank goodness) but emotional bullying- words can hurt, sometimes much more than physical bullying does. But if I’ve learned anything at all, it’s that to never stay silent about it. And as hard as it gets, to believe that you aren’t what’s said about you, because you’re worth so much more.

You might be thinking to yourself- how on earth does posting pictures of yourself wearing pink or wearing pink on it’s own HELP ANYTHING? Well, it’s all about perception- wearing pink and sharing that on social media (which in today’s age is THE biggest form of communication between our generation), we’re reaching out and showing our support to a larger amount of individuals.When you walk on the street in pink, when you share stories with the #pinkshirtday hashtag, you are making a stand for those who are afraid to speak up. More importantly, we want to make those who can’t feel heard, to know that it gets better and they’re not alone.

Here’s how you can give back and support!

Blenz Coffee – Starting Feb. 1st, when you buy your morning coffee, text “PINK” to 20222 starting to have $5 added to your monthly mobile bill, to be donated to support anti-bullying programs in BC!

Brooklyn Clothing – For everyone who buys a Pink Shirt Day button Brooklyn Clothing with donate $5!

Cadence Cycling Studio – Cadence Vancouver will be doing 2 charity rides for Pink Shirt Day Feb. 25th. One at 5 p.m. and one at 6:15 p.m.. Riders are encouraged to wear pink and dress creatively for chances to win prizes!

Clearly Contacts – For every pair of glasses purchased on Pink Shirt Day (February 25th), Clearly Contacts will be donating part-proceeds to support anti-bullying programs in BC.

Denny’s – On Feb. 25th come in to Denny’s wearing your official Pink Shirt Day t-shirt and you’ll get a free six-piece order of delicious Pink Pancake Puppies (with purchase of beverage)!

Metropolis at Metrotown – For every idea submitted to Metropolis at Metrotown’s “PAY IT FORWARD” contest $1 will be donated to the CKNW Orphan’s Fund! Contest runs Feb. 11th – Feb. 25th.

Party Skirts by Skot – For each pink Party Skirt sold, part proceeds will be donated to Pink Shirt Day. Beginning in February, the pink Party Skirt will be available at The Cross.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory – Buy a mouth watering pink candy apple during the month of February and all proceeds will be donated to Pink Shirt Day!

Social Shopper – Donate $1 to Pink Shirt Day through Social Shopper and receive a medium Blenz brewed coffee or organic tea + cookie.

Take Five Cafe – Buy a pink cupcake and part proceeds will be donated to Pink Shirt Day.

YYOGA – Join YYOGA on Pink Shirt Day (Feb. 25th) for their “YGives Day”. All drop-in revenue and additional donations will be donated to support anti-bullying initiatives and Pink Shirt Day. – See more at: http://pinkshirtday.ca/#sthash.Z1guBdpx.dpuf

London Drugs- Buy a Pink Shirt Day T -Shirt and wear it! By purchasing the shirt, proceeds from it go to supporting the Boys and Girls Clubs’ Anti Bullying Programs through the CKNW’s Orphan Fund

<obtained from http://pinkshirtday.ca>

Thanks to Britta, London Drugs and White Rabbit Communications for my Pink Shirt and for supporting this great cause.