In addition to my Saturday Story, I commonly write about social media trends (as I am a freelance writer, editor and social media manager). There are many ‘holidays’ I didn’t know existed prior to referring to HubSpot’s Ultimate Social Media Holiday Calendar for 2018. Global Day of Parents was one of them, which is observed every June 1st.
Taking a Stand Against Cyberbullying on Pink Shirt Day
Today is Pink Shirt Day. This year’s theme is cyberbullying.
Like I said in my video (you can watch it here), Pink Shirt Day is an initiative to raise awareness of bullying (cyberbullying, specifically). It’s important that we understand that there is power in numbers, and bullying can be stopped. (Please check out www.pinkshirtday.ca for resources and tips.)
Pink Shirt Day has its origins in Nova Scotia, Canada in 2007, and is now observed in many countries around the world.
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#FamilyDay2018 #BeccaToldMeTo
While our American counterparts are celebrating Presidents’ Day, (most of) Canada is enjoying a long weekend, as we observe Family Day.
Whomever you call family (whether you have pets or not), I hope that you have a wonderful long weekend.
Before you go, I wish to bring your attention to a young Canadian woman who lost her battle to brain cancer Saturday night, at the age of 18. Her name is Becca Schofield.