#SpiritDay Resources for Young People

How can I participate in #SpiritDay?

Pledge to wear purple on October 17

The simplest way to show your support is to pledge to wear purple on October 17.

Ok, so I took the pledge. What next?

Talk to others

Talk about why you took the pledge to wear purple, and encourage your friends and classmates to do the same.    

Spread the Word

Ask your friends, family, loved ones, and student groups to take the pledge and to spread the word on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and Tumblr. 

Share Your Plans

GLAAD will be looking out for awesome people speaking out against bullying. Share your plans with us! 

Turn Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ pictures purple on 10/17

Use the tool at www.glaad.org/spiritday to turn your personal profile picture and/or group’s picture purple.   

Share your Support

Post a Twitter or Instagram photo showing how you went purple on 10/17 using #SpiritDay.

In Need of Immediate Help?

If you are in need of immediate help you should contact The Trevor Project 's 24/7 Lifeline at 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386) or The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).