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 [email protected] 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  

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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  

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