October 16 – Spirit Day

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nTodaynmillions of people are wearing purple to stand against bullying andnto show their support for LGBT youth. LGBT stands for lesbian, gay,nbisexual, and transgender; the Spirit Day organizers know that, nonmatter what people’s gender, and no matter who they love, peoplendeserve kind and fair treatment—not bullying! Be on the lookout fornschools, companies, organizations, and public figures pushing purplentoday!

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nThenrainbow flag has been a symbol of LGBT rights and pride since artistnGilbert Baker designed the first one in 1978. There are generally sixncolors: red for life, orange for healing, yellow for sunlight, greennfor nature, blue for art, and violet (or purple) for the humannspirit. That’s why, on Spirit Day, people wear purple.

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