What is Spirit Day?

Taken from http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=158972450801634

The idea behind Spirit Day, first created by teenager Brittany McMillan earlier this month, is a simple one, not dissimilar to the idea of “Spirit Week” held in many high schools, and can be summed up in three words: Everyone Rally Together.

Spirit Day honors the teenagers who had taken their own lives in recent weeks. But just as importantly, it’s also a way to show the hundreds of thousands of LGBT youth who face the same pressures and bullying, that there is a vast community of people who support them.

Purple symbolizes ‘spirit’ on the rainbow flag, a symbol for LGBT Pride that was created by Gilbert Baker in 1978.

Wearing purple on October 20 is a simple way to show the world that you stand by these courageous young people and a simple way to stand UP to the bullies. Remember those lives we’ve tragically lost, and show your solidarity with those who are still fighting. ‘Go Purple’ today!

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This video explains how the Phoenix Design Week (PHXDW) staff used social media to promote and organize a full week of design-based exhibits, celebrations, and a two-day conference in Phoenix. I discuss my involvement and a little back-story on how I was approached to be the volunteer coordinator.

Here’s a recap of the ways in which we used social media.

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