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Mark your calendars for September 23 because it's time to have some important conversations on Teal Talk Day! This day was established in 2019 to raise awareness about the importance of discussing sexual assault and harassment, and to create a safe space for survivors to share their stories. The color teal represents sexual violence prevention and advocacy, making this day an important opportunity to start meaningful discussions and bring attention to this important issue. So let's come together and use our voices to make a positive impact on our communities.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Advocacy</div><div class='timeline-text'>Advocacy groups begin to use certain colors to represent different causes, eventually leading to the adoption of teal for sexual violence awareness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Teal Ribbon Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>The teal ribbon grows in popularity, increasingly being recognized as a symbol of sexual assault awareness and prevention.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>#MeToo Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>The #MeToo movement begins, bringing worldwide attention to the issue of sexual harassment and assault.</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'>Heightened Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>Public discussion and awareness about sexual violence increases significantly in light of prominent cases and increased media coverage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Teal Talk Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>Teal Talk Day is established to create a designated day for awareness and discussion around sexual assault and harassment.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a conversation about mental health</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use Teal Talk Day as an opportunity to start a conversation about mental health and break the stigma surrounding it. Share your own experiences or listen to others share theirs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Wear teal to show your support</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Wear something teal, the official color of mental health awareness, as a way to show your support for Teal Talk Day and those struggling with mental health issues.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a mental health seminar or workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>See if any local organizations are hosting a mental health seminar or workshop on Teal Talk Day. This is a great way to learn more about mental health and how you can support yourself and others.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write positive affirmations on post-it notes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write positive affirmations or messages of support on post-it notes and place them around your home, workplace, or community to spread positivity and awareness for mental health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a fundraiser for a mental health organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use Teal Talk Day as an opportunity to raise funds for a mental health organization or charity. This could be through a bake sale, donation drive, or any other creative fundraising idea you can come up with.</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'>It brings attention to symptoms of Ovarian Cancer</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Teal Talk Day is focused on raising awareness for Ovarian Cancer, which is often referred to as the "silent killer" due to its subtle symptoms. By bringing attention to these symptoms and promoting early detection, Teal Talk Day can help save lives.</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 supports those affected by Ovarian Cancer</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Teal Talk Day also serves as a reminder that there are many individuals and families currently fighting against Ovarian Cancer. By participating in this day, we show our support and solidarity for those who are going through or have gone through this disease.</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'>It encourages donations and fundraising for research</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Lastly, Teal Talk Day promotes donations and fundraising for research towards finding a cure for Ovarian Cancer. As the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers, it's crucial for us to support efforts for finding a cure and improving treatment options for those affected by this disease. Teal Talk Day helps bring attention to this important cause.</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'>Teal Talk Day is Part of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month</h3><p class='facts-content'>Teal Talk Day falls within the September month, which is observed as the National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, thereby contributing to a larger dialogue about the disease.</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'>Origin of the Teal Color for Sexual Violence Awareness</h3><p class='facts-content'>The color teal was chosen to represent sexual violence awareness because it is associated with calm, healing, trustworthiness, and communication - characteristics central to the healing process of survivors.</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'>Coincides with various Campaigns and Movements</h3><p class='facts-content'>Teal Talk Day shares its month with numerous awareness campaigns like the #30DaysofSAAM Instagram contest and #AskConsent campaign, adding to its impact.</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'>Building Global Solidarity</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite originating in the United States, Teal Talk Day is gaining attention worldwide as people globally join the movement to support sexual assault survivors and advocate for change.</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'>Increasing Education and Empowerment</h3><p class='facts-content'>The importance of Teal Talk Day lies in its role in spreading knowledge about sexual violence, educating people on consent, and empowering survivors to seek justice and support.</p></div></div>
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