Pink Shirt Day

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On Friday, 26 May, thousands of New Zealanders celebrated Pink Shirt Day together. We were so happy to see photos flooding in of everyone enjoying the day with friends, colleagues and family.

It truly showed New Zealanders are saying "no" to bullying and "yes" to kindness and respect. 

We want to congratulate all the workplaces, schools, organisations and individuals who took part across the country – you all played a part in making it the pinkest, biggest and brightest day yet! 

Wanna see photos? Pop over to the Pink Shirt Day Gallery or Pink Shirt Day Facebook Page to see pics and videos from around the country. For more information visit the Pink Shirt Day website or email pinkshirtday@mentalhealth.org.nz

Pink Shirt Day is led by the Mental Health Foundation, with support from: The Peace Foundation, RainbowYOUTH, InsideOUT, New Zealand Post Primary Teachers’ Association, Youthline and Family Works.

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Rachael Clarke
Senior Communications and Marketing Officer
09 623 4810 ext 806
rachael.clarke@mentalhealth.org.nz

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