Wear It Purple Day: Bold Voices, Bright Futures
Every year on the last Friday of August, a sea of purple can be spotted across schools, campuses, workplaces, and communities. This Friday, 29 August, is Wear It Purple Day —a day dedicated to celebrating and supporting young LGBTIQA+ people. It’s more than just about wearing a colour; it’s about sending a message that these young voices are heard, respected, and valued. This year’s theme is “Bold Voices, Bright Futures” , with artwork created by Lee Evatt, reminding us of the power of visibility and self-expression.
For many young people, being open about who they are isn’t always simple or safe. That’s why days like this matter—they create space for pride, acceptance, and belonging. Whether someone is part of the LGBTIQA+ community or an ally, small acts of support can leave a lasting impact. Wearing purple is one of the easiest ways to show solidarity, and it can be as simple as slipping on purple socks, a scrunchie, or even a badge. The colour becomes a symbol, silently saying, “I see you, and I stand with you.”
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At La Trobe University, students will also be invited to share their experiences of Pride by completing a short survey at the Bundoora Library. Not only does this help build understanding, but the first 100 participants will walk away with a reusable purple coffee cup—a small but meaningful keepsake of the day.
For those who want to take their support further, there’s LGBTIQA+ Ally Training . These sessions are designed to expand awareness of the challenges that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, asexual, and questioning students and staff might face. The training empowers allies to become more visible and active in creating inclusive spaces. It’s about moving beyond symbolism into action.
But support isn’t just for one day of the year. La Trobe also provides ongoing wellbeing services—from counselling with queer-identifying professionals to Finding Pride , a peer-led online program that connects students in a safe, affirming environment. There’s also the Safer Community service, which encourages students to speak up against discrimination, harassment, or any form of harm. These initiatives remind us that care, safety, and acceptance should never be seasonal.
Beyond campus, allies can continue to show up all year round. Adding pronouns when introducing yourself, wearing a rainbow pin, attending local Pride events, or simply listening with empathy are all everyday ways to make a difference. Events like the Bayswater Bowling Club’s Wear It Purple social day on Saturday, 30 August, show that community celebration can also be fun, inclusive, and uplifting.
Since its founding 15 years ago, Wear It Purple Day has grown into an international movement. Each purple shirt, scarf, or ribbon adds to a collective statement of solidarity: young LGBTIQA+ people are not alone. They are valued, they are powerful, and their futures are bright. This Friday, by wearing purple, a message of love and acceptance will be carried far and wide—reminding every rainbow young person that they truly belong.
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