Day of Pink is the International Day against Bullying, Discrimination, and Homophobia in schools and communities. Day of Pink organizers invite everyone to celebrate diversity by wearing a pink shirt and by organizing activities in their workplaces, organizations, communities, and schools.
Have you ever seen a friend hurt because of discrimination? Have you been hurt yourself? Discrimination comes in many forms including racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, agism, and anti-Semitism—just to name a few. These social diseases create barriers, bullying, harassment, hate, and violence. No one should have to experience the negativity created by discrimination. Day of Pink is more than just a symbol of a shared belief in celebrating diversity—it’s also a commitment to being open-minded, accepting differences, and learning to respect each other.
The Toronto District School Board supports anti-bullying through a Board-wide call to action, urging every school and every staff member and student to join the anti-bullying campaign by wearing pink on Wednesday, April 13, to show our support against bullying and for tolerance. (Image and abridged text from Day of Pink; additional abridged text from TDSB. All retrieved 2011-04-11.)
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