On Dress Purple Day on October 16, children’s aid societies and Indigenous Child and Family Well-Being Agencies across Ontario will highlight the role that individuals and communities play in supporting the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families.
We invite our members, our government partners, local service providers, and individuals across the province to wear purple on October 16 and share how and why they support the children, youth, and families in their community. We want anyone facing challenges to know that they are part of a community that cares
“We encourage all Ontarians to come together and send a message of caring and support to children, youth, and families on October 16,” said Solomon Owoo, CEO of OACAS. “We want them to know that there are resources available if they need help, and that they have communities of support when they need them.”
The campaign also emphasizes the community’s responsibility to speak up for every child and youth’s right to safety and well-being in all spaces. Not just their physical safety and well-being, but also their right to have their intersectional identity, such as their culture, race, ability, sexual orientation, ability, gender identity, and gender expression protected and supported. We have a collective responsibility to promote the safety and well-being of children and young people in our communities. It is critical we help young people build strong networks of support. Helping children and youth develop strong connections can lessen their vulnerability to harm and can help them recognize where to turn when they need support.
So, join us on October 16 and wear purple to show your support for Ontario children, youth, and families. Show children, youth, and families across the province that they are part of a community that cares and that you are here to help.
