Why We Wear It Purple: Celebrating Diversity and Empowering Rainbow Youth

At Mediscrubs, we believe in creating a world where everyone feels supported, empowered, and celebrated for who they are. That's why we're excited to shed light on the incredible initiative known as Wear It Purple. Founded in 2010, Wear It Purple is a movement with a powerful purpose – to foster safe, inclusive environments for rainbow young people, making sure they know they have the right to be proud of who they are.

Four Key Focus Areas:

1. Awareness: Wear It Purple provides invaluable support and resources to educational institutions and youth organisations. By creating inclusive experiences, they champion the importance of diversity and acceptance. Their commitment to Wear It Purple Day extends to schools, universities, workplaces, and the broader community.

2. Opportunity: Rainbow young people are given meaningful chances to develop skills and contribute to their communities, thereby enhancing inclusivity and acceptance.

3. Environment: By providing both digital and physical safe spaces, Wear It Purple ensures that young individuals can feel proud of their identities and embrace their uniqueness.

4. Collaboration: Wear It Purple collaborates with other organisations, uniting efforts to create a more inclusive society. Their partnerships are instrumental in effectively delivering Wear It Purple Day across various settings.

Core Principles:

1. Advocacy and Empowerment: Wear It Purple stands up for rainbow young people, empowering them to embrace their identities with pride.

2. Celebration of Diversity: The movement celebrates and promotes diversity and inclusion, emphasising these values within communities.

3. Raising Awareness: Challenging harmful social norms, Wear It Purple raises awareness about sexuality, gender identity, and the importance of acceptance.

4. Championing Role Models: By highlighting rainbow role models, Wear It Purple inspires young people to be confident in who they are.

A Story of Hope:

Wear It Purple was born from a heart-wrenching reality – the tragic loss of young lives due to bullying and harassment stemming from a lack of acceptance. Founded in response to such stories, the movement strives to provide hope and support to young individuals who often face discrimination.

Since its inception, Wear It Purple has evolved into an international movement, amplifying its message of acceptance and pride. Through its ongoing efforts, it has created a sense of unity, reminding us that everyone has the right to feel proud of their identity.

As Wear It Purple Day approaches on August 25th, we encourage you to join us in celebrating diversity, spreading awareness, and supporting rainbow youth. By participating, whether through wearing purple, engaging in events, or donating, you contribute to a brighter, more inclusive future for all. Let's make a difference together!