Every October, Children’s Aid Societies (CAS) across the province raise awareness about the rights of children and youth to safety and well-being, and the responsibility of adults and community services to help children, youth, and families who need support. On Dress Purple Day, we join together with our key partners, Boards of Education, schools, and child care centres and homes, to share this positive message that help is available and to celebrate the community that cares for kids and families. This year, Dress Purple Day will take place on Wednesday, October 24!
The Dress Purple Day campaign offers an amazing opportunity for communities to come together in a show of support for children and youth. Research shows that ensuring that children and youth are aware of helping adults and services in their support networks is an important prevention tool for those whose emotional and physical safety and well-being is at risk. On October 24, we will be letting kids know in every way we can that adults and social service organizations are there to support them.
To learn more about the Dress Purple Day campaign and how you can take part, visit oacas.org/dresspurpleday.
#IBREAKthesilence with us on October 24!