Workplaces

Wāhi mahi

Join the movement to spread aroha and kindness to end bullying!

1 in 5 workers have experienced bullying behaviour frequently in the past 12 months, and 84% of workers reported that they had experienced cyber abuse.

“I love how it brings people together in support of a very important cause. It helps our people understand that bullying does occur in the workplace and it's important to be kind and create an environment of positivity and inclusivity.”

Pink Shirt Day workplace participant 2024

Want to bring Pink Shirt Day to life in your workplace or organisation?

Some ideas to help you get your workplace involved in Pink Shirt Day

Download our  free resources, including posters, compliment cards, bunting, cupcake toppers, photo props and more!
If you’re a people leader or manager, you set the standard for a respectful and inclusive work environment where bullying can’t thrive. Download our workplace guide for more information around identifying bullying, how you can be an Upstander and ways you can build and sustain a positive working environment.
Embrace diversity through kōrero. We know that embracing diversity and allowing people to bring their whole selves to work can help create a mentally healthy workplace culture that has zero tolerance for bullying. Get to know your hoamahi/colleagues better with our kōrero starter activity.
Challenge your workplace with our bullying prevention quiz – designed to stimulate discussion around Pink Shirt Day, bullying in Aotearoa and how to be an Upstander.
Hold a pink quiz to engage your workplace on Pink Shirt Day, while also having some fun with your hoamahi!
Spread the word about Pink Shirt Day at mahi by using our Zoom/Teams backgrounds, screensavers, email signatures and other digital assets.

Support us to create kinder and more inclusive workplaces by holding a fundraising event at your workplace

Inspiration and ideas to help you plan a Pink Shirt Day fundraising event

Create a fundraising page and ask colleagues, friends or whānau to donate to the kaupapa.
Have a ‘pink’ casual Friday or dress up day and ask staff to donate.
Promote the official Pink Shirt Day t-shirt to your staff. Depending on your team size you could buy or subsidise them. T-shirts are available from selected Cotton On stores and online from late April. 100% of net proceeds support our work.
Ask staff to bring their pinkest, most delicious creations for a special morning tea. Collect donations in return for a sweet treat. We have official Pink Shirt Day cupcake toppers and bunting to download.
If you're in a client facing business, get your staff to participate and give your customers an opportunity to donate by making a cash donation. If you’re in hospitality, create a pink treat to sell on the day and donate the proceeds. Be sure to give your customers a quick run-down of the Pink Shirt Day kaupapa!

Suggestions to help you keep the Pink Shirt Day kaupapa alive year round

Be an Upstander, not a bystander. An Upstander is someone who uses words/actions that can help someone who is being bullied. Find out how you can be an Upstander here.
Check out the Book reviews section to find reviews of books about workplace bullying-prevention, diversity and kindness.
Read stories about all kinds of people and organisations who have either experienced bullying or are taking a stand against it.

Preventing bullying in the workplace

Effective strategies to help you to prevent bulling in the workplace and create safe and supportive environments

Implement strong and well communicated policies and processes regarding bullying.
Have leadership commitment to preventing bullying and intervening when it occurs.
Demonstrate, support and encourage positive communication.
Implement practices that affirm diversity.

Download our workplace bullying prevention guide, along with our suite of handy workplace resources below. These have been specifically designed to help workplaces build positive environments and prevent bullying all year round.