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Get ready to burst with color on October 21 as we celebrate Loud Shirt Day! This vibrant celebration originated in New Zealand with a delightful mission at its heart. The holiday is all about raising awareness for children with hearing impairments, and it does so in a fun and colorful way. Loud Shirt Day serves as a cheerful reminder of the diverse ways we express ourselves, but more importantly, it offers a chance to stand up, stand out, and stand proud for children with hearing disabilities. So, don't be shy! Dig out your bravest, boldest, loudest shirt, and get ready to make a striking statement on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Loud Shirt Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Hearing House and Southern Cochlear Implant Paediatric Programme in New Zealand come together to create a fun and colorful way to raise awareness about children with hearing impairments - thus, Loud Shirt Day was born.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Nationwide Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>New Zealand celebrates its first official nationwide Loud Shirt Day. The holiday picks up traction quickly and garners support from various sections of society.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Annual Fundraising Totals Surge</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 2010 Loud Shirt Day, annual fundraising totals reach all-time highs, reflecting the country's enthusiastic engagement with the holiday and its mission.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expanded International Interest</div><div class='timeline-text'>Interest in Loud Shirt Day spreads over international borders. Tough international events are not widely organized yet, online participation from around the globe increases significantly.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record-Breaking Year</div><div class='timeline-text'>Loud Shirt Day 2018 sees record-breaking participation and fundraising, reinforcing the holiday as a significant event in New Zealand's cultural calendar.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Design your own loud shirt</h3><p class='facts-text'>Grab a plain t-shirt and loads of fabric paint and stencils. Challenge your artistic side and design the loudest, most vibrant shirt possible!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a loud shirt party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Plan a gathering where all your friends must wear their loudest shirts. Aside from the merriment, this can also be an opportunity to educate your friends about the cause behind the festivity.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a loud shirt day at work</h3><p class='facts-text'>Speak with your employer and arrange to have a Loud Shirt Day in your workplace. This will not only brighten up the office but will also raise more awareness for children with hearing impairments.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Share your outfit on social media</h3><p class='facts-text'>Capture a picture of your loud shirt and share it on social media with the hashtag #LoudShirtDay. This will help to generate online attention and awareness about the cause.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate to a hearing impairment charity</h3><p class='facts-text'>Aside from wearing your loud shirt, take an extra step and donate to a charity that supports children with hearing impairments. It's a great way to give back on Loud Shirt Day and make a real difference.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Loud Shirt Day Raises Awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the most important factors of Loud Shirt Day is raising awareness for children with hearing impairments. By wearing colorful and bold shirts, we bring attention to the cause and encourage conversation around it. This day helps propel dialogue and understanding of the challenges faced by these children.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It Promotes Self-Expression</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Loud Shirt Day is all about expressing yourself through fashion. It gives everyone the opportunity to put their unique style on display and encourages people to be bold and creative. It's a cheerful celebration of individuality and diversity, allowing everyone to stand out and wear their loudest, brightest attire with pride!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Opportunity to Donate & Contribute</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While having fun and being creative are big parts of Loud Shirt Day, the occasion also provides an opportunity to support a charitable cause. People can donate to charities that offer support and resources for children with hearing impairments, contributing to positive change beyond simply raising awareness.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The concept behind Loud Shirt Day is inspired by an Australian initiative</h3><p class='facts-content'>Loud Shirt Day was inspired by a similar event in Australia known as 'Loud Shirt Day Australia', organized by The Shepherd Centre and Cora Barclay Centre, which also aims to raise funds and awareness for deaf and hearing-impaired children.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Loud Shirt Day supports cochlear implants</h3><p class='facts-content'>The funds raised through Loud Shirt Day go towards helping children access cochlear implants, which can drastically improve their hearing capabilities and thus their communication skills.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Schools actively participate in Loud Shirt Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>Schools across New Zealand participate in this vibrant festivity. They incorporate educational activities that inform students about hearing impairments and the impact of cochlear implants.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Companies often match employee donations</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many companies encourage their employees to donate on Loud Shirt Day by matching their contributions. This encourages broader participation and leads to greater fundraising success.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Loud Shirt Day extends its reach each year</h3><p class='facts-content'>Every year, as Loud Shirt Day becomes increasingly recognized, more funds are raised and more lives are impacted. As a result, there's been a consistent rise in the number of children with hearing impairments receiving cochlear implants.</p></div></div>
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