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Teal Talk Day

Join the conversation and raise awareness for mental health on Teal Talk Day - let's break the stigma and support each other!

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September 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATESeptember 23

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYCancer

INTRO

Introduction

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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.

TIMELINE

Teal Talk Day Timeline

Rise of Advocacy

Advocacy groups begin to use certain colors to represent different causes, eventually leading to the adoption of teal for sexual violence awareness.

Teal Ribbon Popularity

The teal ribbon grows in popularity, increasingly being recognized as a symbol of sexual assault awareness and prevention.

#MeToo Movement

The #MeToo movement begins, bringing worldwide attention to the issue of sexual harassment and assault.

Heightened Awareness

Public discussion and awareness about sexual violence increases significantly in light of prominent cases and increased media coverage.

Teal Talk Day Established

Teal Talk Day is established to create a designated day for awareness and discussion around sexual assault and harassment.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Teal Talk Day

Start a conversation about mental health

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.

WEAR

Wear teal to show your support

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.

ATTEND

Attend a mental health seminar or workshop

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.

WRITE

Write positive affirmations on post-it notes

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.

ORGANIZE

Organize a fundraiser for a mental health organization

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.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Teal Talk Day is Important

It encourages donations and fundraising for research

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.

It brings attention to symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

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.

It supports those affected by Ovarian Cancer

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.

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