Pink Shirt Day (New Zealand)
A day in May when New Zealanders wear pink to stand against bullying and promote kindness in schools, workplaces and communities.
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Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
Pink Shirt Day in Aotearoa is led by the Mental Health Foundation with partners including InsideOUT and the Peace Foundation. It asks people to wear pink and take action against bullying, including homophobic and transphobic bullying. In 2026 it was held on Friday 15 May.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 21 May 2027 | New Zealand | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2028 | Friday 19 May 2028 | New Zealand | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2029 | Friday 18 May 2029 | New Zealand | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
If you need support now
In the UK, you can call Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123. In the USA, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Anywhere else, contact your local emergency or health services.
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