October 17 marked the 10th anniversary of Spirit Day, and people from around the world once again went purple to stand against bullying and to show support for LGBTQ youth. From the United Nations to major sports leagues to some of the world’s biggest stars, messages of love, acceptance, and solidarity were spread wide and large to LGBTQ youth everywhere.
On October 17, #SpiritDay was trending in the U.S. on Twitter, as many lent their voice to the movement on social media <[link removed]>. With participation from major landmarks, morning shows and talk shows, 2020 Democrats, LGBTQ celebs and allies, major networks and TV shows, and so many more, Spirit Day was bigger than ever this year.
Read on to find out more about Spirit Day and how GLAAD was on the ground at the Supreme Court hearings on Oct. 8.
GLAAD Media Institute conducts 5-city Australian tour in Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Sydney
From October 4 to 17, the GLAAD Media Institute conducted a 5-city Australian tour with The Equality Project in cities including Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Sydney. Check out highlights <[link removed]> from the first stop in Melbourne,where Ross Murray, Senior Director of the GLAAD Media Institute, trained a room of about 50 advocates. Since 2017, the Media Institute has trained more than 10,000 people.
GLAAD provides resources to media and activists on the ground outside of historic Supreme Court hearings on October 8
GLAAD was on the ground last week in the nation’s capital to provide support and resources to those at the Supreme Court hearings that will rule on workplace discrimination against LGBTQ employees. Peppermint took over GLAAD’s Instagram to showcase the activists who were on the steps of the nation’s highest court. GLAAD’s Zeke Stokes appeared on ABC6 News <[link removed]> to discuss the state of LGBTQ workplace rights in America and why these Supreme Court cases are so crucial for LGBTQ Americans. GLAAD's Monica Trasandes also appeared on Univision <[link removed]> to discuss the SCOTUS hearings.
Apply now to receive a #SpiritDay grant for your work supporting LGBTQ youth
GLAAD is now accepting applications for the 2019 Spirit Day Rising Star Grants. The grant is eligible for LGBTQ youth who are working to accelerate acceptance in their communities by focusing on anti-bullying initiatives. The grant stems from Spirit Day, the largest, most visible anti-bullying campaign in the world. Click here to apply now <[link removed]>.
6 GLAAD Campus Ambassadors share why pronouns are important to them
Oct. 16 was National Pronouns Day, and GLAAD took to Twitter <[link removed]> to ask its followers their pronouns. Six GLAAD Campus Ambassadors also shared why pronouns are important to them. Athena Schwartz wrote about the first time they found out they/them pronouns were an option: “I felt like someone was finally telling me about a part of myself I didn’t know existed. The only way I can describe it was that I felt full. I felt whole, giddy from this new possibility. I then introduced myself to them using they/them pronouns and it was like introducing myself as me for the first time.” Check out the full post here <[link removed]>.
The GLAAD Wrap: New looks at ‘Steven Universe,’ ‘She-Ra,’ and ‘Twenties’; music from Hayley Kiyoko, Halsey and Mika; and more!
Last week included several highlights for LGBTQ entertainers. Hayley Kiyoko announced her next project, “I’m Too Sensitive For This Shit,” which is a collection of songs that will be released from now until January. In TV-related news, Steven Universe unveiled its newly crafted opening sequence. For more entertainment news, check out The GLAAD Wrap here <[link removed]>.
Kellogg’s partners with GLAAD for Spirit Day-inspired cereal box
Who said your breakfast can’t get the Spirit Day treatment? Kellogg’s joined forces with GLAAD for the All Together Cereal <[link removed]>, which was sold in its NYC store where Disney star Joshua Rush started his morning out right with a box of his own. The All Together cereal features your favorite mascots from the brand’s morning treat, including Tony The Tiger (Frosted Flakes), Toucan Sam (Froot Loops) and Snap, Crackle and Pop (Rice Krispies). Get your box <[link removed]> while supplies last!
That’s it for now. Make sure you check out our Sunday Brunch in Atlanta featuring Eureka O'Hara and Brandon Stansell and save the date for LA Tidings on Dec. 8. Be sure you're following @GLAAD on Facebook <[link removed]>, Instagram <[link removed]>, and Twitter <[link removed]> for the latest in LGBTQ representation across all forms of media in 2019 and beyond.
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