Creating safe spaces for LGBTI students across Asia and the Pacific
Many young lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex people face bullying and violence, and walking into school every day can fill them with fear and dread
Show that they can feel safe with you, in your classroom or school.
- - Wear something purple
- - Draw something purple
- - Make something purple
By yourself or with others. Then share your photos here or post it to Instagram with the hashtag PurpleMySchool and itll appear with the other photos below.
After International Human Rights Day on 10 December, the best photos will be included in a new publication about bullying from UNESCO, UNDP and Being LGBTI in Asia. Owners of the photos we include will receive a copy of this.
WHAT TO DO
Step 1: Click Support Campaign
Step 2: Wear, draw or make something purple to show you and your school's support for LGBTI students
Step 3: Upload a photo of it or post to social media with PurpleMySchool
- - Upload your photo directly to the site, post it to any social media with the hashtag PurpleMySchool or email it to us at [email protected]
- - You can also add a quote that expresses how you feel about LGBTI bullying or how you, your class and school will create safe spaces for LGBTI students
Step 4: Tell your friends
- - Share the campaign on Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp or Email
Still unsure? Read our Frequently Asked Questions or email [email protected]
WILL YOU TAKE THE PLEDGE?
By sharing a photo or adding your support, we hope youll join us in making these 3 Pledges:
- To never tolerate or excuse bullying
- To be a person/group that young LGBTI people can turn to
- To do what you can to create a safe space for young LGBTI students