How the Internet Is Celebrating #SpiritDay

This year marks the fifth anniversary of Spirit Day, the annual GLAAD-supported holiday that encourages millions of participants nationwide to wear purple and take a stand against bullying.

To commemorate the occasion, take a look below at how people are using Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to celebrate a day that is all about empowering LGBT youth!

Search form

How the Internet Is Celebrating #SpiritDay

See how people all over the country are celebrating the annual day to raise awareness against LGBT youth bullying.

From our Sponsors

Most Popular

Latest Stories

Trending stories

Meet Cameron Wright — the 'provocative' nonbinary singer currently slaying 'The Voice'

Elon Musk uses burner accounts on X, doesn’t fact-check: report

BOYS! BOYS! BOYS! opens Gallery Café in London

How climate disasters hurt mental health in young people

How fitness coach Tyriek Taylor reclaims his power from HIV with self-commitment

All 6 rogue Mississippi cops got long prison sentences in 'Goon Squad' torture of 2 Black men

Joe Biden has tied the record for most LGBTQ+ judges confirmed in federal courts

Out and About with Jeff Hiller

25 sexy trans masc & nonbinary celebs you need to follow on Instagram

This viral tweet claims JD Vance is really good at… swallowing?

Chappell Roan reacts to Billboard's story on parting ways with her management

Another 'Drag Race' fave says she's 'leaving the drag behind'

Mattel makes a major NSFW mistake ahead of the 'Wicked' film release & we can't stop giggling

Twice-yearly injectable lenacapavir, an HIV-prevention drug, reduces risk by 96%

'Wicked' icon Kristin Chenoweth says she's 'nothing without my gays'

Experience romance in the clouds at this elevated rainforest resort

France becomes world’s first country to enshrine abortion rights in constitution

Out and About with Sasheer Zamata

Meet ​our Health Hero of the Year, Armonté Butler

Meet Payton, Cooper Koch's handsome (& also gay!) twin brother

AIDS/LifeCycle fundraiser is ending after more than 30 years

Troye Sivan & Charli xcx's 'Sweat Tour' is the must-see show of 2024

Watch 'Australian Survivor' hunk accidentally reveal his 'down under' in this hilarious viral clip

Check out our 2024 year-end issue!

Kyle Richards reveals she talked to her daughters about her evolving sexuality: ‘I was terrified’

Recommended Stories for You

The Rock wore a beige handkerchief in his back pocket—here's what that means in the Hanky Code

Two series from The Advocate Channel launch on Hulu

Joe Biden launches ‘Out for Biden-Harris’ campaign initiative to engage & woo LGBTQ+ voters (exclusive)

Slip & slide: 'Aussie Survivor' star's wardrobe malfunction exposes all down under

Election season got you down? This crisis line is soothing LGBTQ+ mental health

Out100 Honoree Tony Valenzuela thanks queer and trans communities for support in his HIV journey

Ashland and its Oregon Shakespeare Festival is the Pacific Northwest’s hidden gem

Watch ‘For the Love of DILFs’ sexy and shocking season 3 trailer now

The Trevor Project receives $5M grant to support LGBTQ+ youth mental health in rural Midwest (exclusive)

Cedric Gervais returns to his 'Summertime Sadness' roots with EDC Orlando performance

Deep dishin' with Ashlee Marie Preston: touring Echo Park with the acclaimed trans activist

ANOTHER gay adult star gets POUNDED after coming out as a Trumper

Asheville heartbreak: Will LGBTQ+ cocktail bar rise from the ruins?

Legal battle looms after Washington restaurant denies lesbian wedding

Keke Palmer calls out a 'Scream Queens' co-star made racist remark & everyone has the same idea

Study finds use of puberty blockers safe and reversible, countering anti-trans accusations

Kentucky bans conversion therapy for youth as Gov. Andy Beshear signs 'monumental' order

NewFest returns to NYC on Thursday with over 140 queer titles for its 36th film festival

Bob The Drag Queen reveals her 'Traitors' costars secret

Why activist Raif Derrazi thinks his HIV diagnosis is a gift

'RuPaul's Drag Race' star Valentina reveals 'being born male' was her greatest challenge

The menthol diaries: Taking back pride from tobacco

Shirley MacLaine's new book chronicles a life of love, acting, and the Rat Pack

30 sexy pics of Michael Cimino that prove he's a total hunk now

Advocate.com Editors

Meet our Health Hero of the Year, Armonté Butler