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Multiple ways we can support Spirit Day and pledge against bullying and harassment

Every day the LGBTQ+ community disproportionately faces bullying and harassment. Every October 21, millions of people wear purple for Spirit Day in support of the LGBTQ+ youth. Each year, as a community, we pledge against bullying and harassment. And when you or your “go purple“ on Spirit Day is a way to show solidarity with the youth and to take part in the most extensive, most visible LGBTQ+ anti-bullying campaign. On #SpiritDay we stand against bullying and show support for LGBTQ youth. Go purplenow and join in!💜 https://t.co/v1PF6uwr2Z pic.twitter.com/XatPMAIW8y— CBS (@CBS) October 21, 2021 At HOLA! USA, we wanted to be part of the movement and share Multiple ways to support Spirit Day. Support GLAAD and join their cause GLAAD is an American non-governmental media monitoring organization founded as a protest against defamatory coverage of LGBTQ+ people. They lead the conversation, shape the media narrative, change the culture, and accelerate acceptance for LGBTQ+ people. Learn the facts Source GLAAD 70.1% of LGBTQ+ students report being verbally harassed. 71% of LGBTQ+ students report hearing homophobic remarks from teachers and/or school staff because of their gender expression. 53.3% of LGBTQ+ students did not report experiences of bullying because they doubted an intervention. 48.7% of LGBTQ+ students have experienced cyberbullying. 29% of LGBTQ+ youth have experienced homelessness, been kicked out, or run away. 86% of LGBTQ+ youth said that recent politics have negatively impacted their well-being. RELATED:11 inspiring books about inclusion and social change to read to your kids6 rainbow-inspired beauty products to make you feel empowered this monthCelebrate Pride Month with these 10 LGBTQ films How to participate Take the pledge Download resources Spread the word Go purple on October 21 Donate
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Written by: Shirley Gómez