Wear It Purple Day Gala – Celebrating 15 Years of Bold Voices and Bright Futures

This year marks 15 incredible years of Wear It Purple, a youth-led, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and empowering environments for LGBTQIA+ young people across Australia. Founded in response to the alarming rates of bullying, discrimination, and mental health struggles faced by queer youth, Wear It Purple Day is an annual celebration held on the last Friday of August. It’s a call to action — encouraging schools, workplaces, and communities to stand together in solidarity, visibility, and love for LGBTQIA+ youth.

To honour this milestone, we invite you to the Wear It Purple Day Gala — an evening of celebration, performance, and powerful storytelling.

Event Details:

Date: Friday, 22nd August
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Prince Henry Centre, Little Bay
Theme: Bold Voices, Bright Future
Catering: Auntie Wombat

What to Expect:
Hosted by the fabulous Demon Derriere, the night will feature electric performances from Karlee Misi, The Pioneers, Humxn, Queer Powerpoint, and Allure Academy. Hear inspiring speeches from the Youth Action Council (YAC) and recipients of our Queer Future Fund grants as they debut new works and films that represent the next generation of queer creativity and leadership.

Additional Info:

Welcome to Country: 6:30 p.m.
Free entry for LGBTQIA+ youth and community – please register to secure your spot
Tickets available for corporate sponsors
Mob have free access

♿ Accessibility Information

We are committed to making the Wear It Purple Day Gala welcoming and accessible to all members of our community. The following supports will be available:

✅ Wheelchair accessible venue
The Prince Henry Centre is fully wheelchair accessible, including entrances, seating, and bathrooms.
🧼 Gender-neutral bathrooms
All guests are welcome to use the bathroom that best aligns with their identity. Gender-neutral options will be clearly marked.
🤟 Auslan Interpretation
The entire event, including performances and speeches, will be Auslan interpreted by qualified Deaf interpreters.
🌿 Quiet/Low Sensory Space
A designated quiet room will be available for those needing a break from sensory stimulation, noise, or crowding.
🚌 Transport Support
Free shuttle buses will run from Central Station to the venue at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

For questions or accessibility needs, email us at wipevents@wearitpurple.org.

Let’s come together to honour the past, celebrate the present, and uplift the bold voices shaping our bright queer future.