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Denim Day, a campaign to raise awareness about sexual violence and end victim-blaming, is observed on the last Wednesday of April, which is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, with Denim Day NYC holding a march and rally in New York City.

Here’s a more detailed explanation:

Origins:

Denim Day originated in 1999 as a response to an Italian Supreme Court decision that overturned a rape conviction, arguing that the victim, who was wearing tight jeans, must have helped her assailant remove them, implying consent.

Purpose:

The campaign aims to raise awareness about sexual violence, challenge harmful myths and misconceptions surrounding it, and advocate for survivors.

NYC Denim Day:

In New York City, Denim Day is marked with a march and rally, where people wear denim in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence.

Denim Day NYC 2024:

On April 24, 2024, Denim Day NYC held a march and rally, with people gathering at 209 Joralemon Street in Brooklyn and marching over the Brooklyn Bridge to Foley Square.

Denim Day 2025:

Denim Day 2025 will be on April 30th, which is the last Wednesday of April.

CUNY Graduate Center Event:

The CUNY Graduate Center will hold a Denim Day event on April 29, 2025, featuring a Denim Day installation and resources.

How to Participate:

Wear denim on Denim Day to show support for survivors and raise awareness about sexual violence.

Denim Day NYC on Social Media:

You can follow Denim Day NYC on Facebook and Instagram for updates and information.

Denim Day Website:

You can learn more about Denim Day and how to get involved on the Denim Day website.

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