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Purple People

Wednesday, October 20 was Spirit Day, so in support of queer youth and in opposition to homophobic bullying, my work people and I decked ourselves out in purple.

Purple Chris

Morning show host Chris was clad in purple from head to toe. Even his backpack matched the ensemble!

Purple Neil

Weekend host and promotions guru Neil went for the more subtle colour pop with a snazzy purple tie.

Purple Amanda

Overnight personality and programming manager Amanda busted out the argyle.

Purple Sean

Evening host Sean also rocked the purple argyle. Pretty pretty.

'Purple' Acey

Afternoon show co-host Acey showed up all decked out in…black and white. Acey always wears black and white. Occasionally blue. Her interpretation of Spirit Day was either really lazy, or really creative.

Of course, tackling bullying and homophobia takes more than just wearing purple. Here are a few resources on how to take on bullying and homophobia:

Bullying Canada
End Bullying Today
Kids Help Phone 1 800 668-6868
Canadian AIDS Society report on Homophobia and Heterosexism in Canada (.pdf)
The 519 Community Centre (Toronto)
PFLAG Canada
Human Rights Watch – LGBT Rights
EGALE Canada
Without Prejudice: Resources for Change
International Day Against Homophobia site (Great Canada-wide local resources on their links page!)
Toronto District School Board resources

October 23, 2010   4 Comments