Pink was flavour of the month in May as people raised money and awareness for some heartfelt causes. Pink Shirt Day, on May 20, has been adopted in many countries as a day to stand up against bullying – especially homophobic bullying.
It originated in Canada in 2007 with fellow students showing solidarity with a gay student, who had been bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school.
Pink Ribbon events were also held across the region to raise money for the Breast Cancer Foundation and will help with education, research and patient support.
Mahurangi College turns out in force for Pink Shirt Day
01/06/2021
Mahurangi College staff made a special effort for Pink Shirt Day this year. A Zumba dance class got a little pinker than usual. The College’s…
All of the area’s local schools showed their support for Pink Shirt Day, May 20, with its anti-bullying and mental health messages. However, two Primary…