Wear purple on Oct. 18 to support LGBTQ youth for #SpiritDay

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Wear purple on Oct. 18 to support LGBTQ youth for Bullying Prevention Month
Wear purple on Oct. 18 to support LGBTQ youth for Bullying Prevention Month

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- October is Bullying Prevention Month and people will be wearing purple Thursday to show their support for LGBTQ youth.



GLAAD and Disney-ABC Television are promoting Spirit Day.



It's a symbol of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer young people.



Eight out of 10 LGBTQ youth report being bullied.



You can help raise awareness by taking a stand for them Thursday, October 18.



Wear a purple shirt and post your picture on social media using the hashtags spirit day or choose kindness.



RELATED: #ChooseKindness Campaign Kicks Off Bullying Prevention Month

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