GLAAD’s #SpiritDay is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about the bullying faced by LGBTQ youth, especially transgender and nonbinary youth.
Observed on the third Thursday of October, millions wear purple as a sign of solidarity and support, to honor those who have been affected by bullying, and to promote a culture of acceptance and respect.
As a powerful reminder that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, regardless of their identity, hundreds of Latine and Spanish-speaking celebrities, media organizations, performers, artists, influencers, and TV hosts across the country wore purple and stood with LGBTQ youth.
The Spanish-language and Latine Media Department at GLAAD plays a vital role in promoting LGBTQ representation and advocacy within Spanish-speaking communities. By working closely with Latine celebrities, influencers, and media outlets, the department strives to amplify authentic narratives and foster acceptance.
Through initiatives that highlight diverse stories, provide resources, and encourage dialogue, GLAAD is committed to creating a more inclusive media landscape that resonates with Spanish-speaking audiences and champions equality for all.
Check out some of the #SpiritDay messages of support to LGBTQ youth below!
Univision’s morning show Despierta América
Thank you @despiertamerica for helping us share a message of love and support with millions of Spanish-speaking viewers and fans. @monicatrasandes pic.twitter.com/WfUjVPH6t4
— GLAAD (@glaad) October 17, 2024
Hoy Día
💜✨ ¡Celebremos Spirit Day juntos! Únete a nosotros en #HoyDía para aprender cómo contrarrestar el bullying hacia estudiantes de la comunidad LGBTQ+. Escucharemos historias, consejos y maneras de crear un ambiente más inclusivo. ¡No te lo pierdas! 📺🌈 #StopBullying pic.twitter.com/eXsZAsoe0p
— hoy Día (@hoydia) October 17, 2024
Primer Impacto
Noticias Telemundo Mediodía – Los Angeles, CA
The Q Agenda
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Siéntese Quien Pueda
Acceso Total
Poder Latinx & GLAAD Phonebank!
💜 This Thursday, October 17th, GLAAD & #PoderLatinx are teaming up to support LGBTQ youth & get out the vote! Celebrate #SpiritDay by going purple and standing up for trans & nonbinary youth. 📞 Volunteer from home! https://t.co/Q5eubKcgAo #SpiritDay #VoteWithPride #LGBTQVoices pic.twitter.com/H3aOup9bFj
— PODER LATINX (@PoderLatinx) October 16, 2024
Going Purple on Socials!
Sentiido
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Mexican Illustrator Roagui
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Samy Nemir Olivares is a NYC-based influencer, speaker, and political leader.
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LULAC
LULAC Lambda celebrates Spirit Day – October 17! #SpiritDay is the world’s most visible anti-bullying movement inspiring LGBTQ youth, especially transgender and nonbinary youth, to live their lives in their truth and authenticity. pic.twitter.com/xvujgKs20M
— LULAC Lambda DC (@lulaclambda) October 17, 2024
Fundación Sergio Urrego
🌈 En la Fundación Sergio Urrego nos unimos al #SpiritDay para alzar la voz contra el bullying hacia jóvenes LGBTIQ+. Reafirmamos nuestro compromiso con espacios seguros y libres de discriminación. Juntos, podemos construir un mundo de respeto.
💜🙌 #NoAlBullying #SomosDiversidad pic.twitter.com/aQUmYTSvkC— Fundación Sergio Urrego🦋 (@sergiourregoorg) October 17, 2024
It Gets Better MX
Nos unimos en solidaridad con @glaad en el @SpiritDay. 💜 Hoy nos vestimos de morado por la juventud LGBTQ+ en #SpiritDay. Juntes, alzamos la voz contra el bullying y creamos un mundo donde ser quien eres es motivo de orgullo. 💪🏽🌈https://t.co/PxYaPCuJy7
— It Gets Better México 🇲🇽 (@ItGetsBetterMx) October 17, 2024
Casa La Moira
#SpiritDay es un día para recordarnos que el acoso escolar o #bullyng puede causar héridas muy profundas, así como depresión, estrés e ideación suicida. No basta con ser testigos, sino también hay que intervenir; sólo así lograremos un cambio. ROMPAMOS EL PACTO. pic.twitter.com/LmSRXEOyzi
— Casa La Moira (@casalamoira) October 17, 2024
COPRED CDMX
En el #SpiritDay es importante generar conciencia para evitar la discriminación, el acoso y la violencia contra las personas de la población #LGBTIQ+. pic.twitter.com/tTHTZcA4Zg
— COPRED CDMX (@COPRED_CDMX) October 17, 2024
Fundación LGBTI
Nos unimos al #SpiritDay para alzar la voz contra el bullying hacia jóvenes LGBTIQ+ libres de discriminación y estigma somos imparables. #Colombia #Medellin #argentina #mexico #Espana #EEUU pic.twitter.com/bdS7mY39j4
— Fundacion LGBTI (@fundacionlgbti) October 17, 2024