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Purple Sock Day: Empowering the Disabled Community One Step at a Time
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Purpl
Published on
December 3, 2024
We partnered with Purple Sock Day this year to celebrate The International Day of Disabled People. Our simple aim is to engage the nation with one, effortless, single act of united solidarity – to buy & wear a pair of BAM’s purple socks! Purpl’s goals are to offset the extra costs of living with a disability, create a community of disabled people and raise positive awareness of disability inclusion, so Purple Sock Day is the perfect partner for us. We are over the moon to be empowering the disabled community one step at a time!
The International Day of Disabled People (IDPD) takes place annually on 03 December. The day was created by the UN in 1992; with the aims to promote the rights & well-being of disabled people across society & raise awareness of disability in every aspect of political, social, economic & cultural life.
Bam Clothing has worked with Purpl and they make luxurious, fully traceable activewear made from natural or recycled fabrics. Now B Corp Certified, in an industry that’s one of the worst for pollution, BAM are on a mission to show how a clothing company can be truly responsible. Purpl members can get 15% off with Bam disabled discount codes and save money with a brand that cares about the disabled community!
Today we are sharing some of our photos from Team Purpl along with some of our brilliant brands and supporters to celebrate Purple Sock Day!
Back Market Takes Part in Purple Sock Day
Thanks to Back Market for joining us in celebrating Purple Sock Day! They said: “We were introduced to Purple Sock Day through the brilliant Purpl, a partner of Back Market for the last few months. They’re a platform we’re delighted to be working with, and are happy to support the International Day of Disabled Persons with them (and our trendy feet).”
Back Market are a global refurbished tech marketplace, here to make buying tech reliable, more affordable, and better than new. They work hand-in-hand with professional refurbishers to guarantee that every device has been tested and restored to perfect working condition according to industry standards. All for up to 50% less than brand new. Purpl members can grab a Back Market disabled discount and get £10 off their order.
Vivactive Incontinence Choice Show Off Their Purple Socks
Another thank you to Vivactive Incontinence Choice for getting their Bam Purple Socks and joining us today! They said: “We are proud to support Purple Sock Day on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. As a provider of incontinence products, we are committed to promoting dignity, independence, and inclusivity for all. Purple Sock Day aligns with our mission to break barriers and foster understanding, ensuring everyone can live with confidence and respect.”
At Incontinence Choice, their passion is to help people with incontinence get on with their lives by being the best in the world at offering and developing customer-preferred incontinence products. The customer is at the heart of everything they do and Purpl members can get 15% off as new customers and an extra 10% disabled discount when you subscribe!
Purpl Supporters
Thank you to The Yorkshire Wife for supporting Purpl and Purple Sock Day! Take a look at her video on tiktok!
Thank you Amelia for sharing your photo too! She said “As someone living with Multiple Sclerosis, I know firsthand the importance of raising awareness, fostering understanding, and building solidarity for disabled people around the world. Wear a pair of purple socks! This effortless gesture is more than just a fashion statement – it’s a united stand for inclusivity & support for our disabled community, Disabilities that are both visible, or invisible. So here’s to celebrating our resilience, our strength, and our stories. Together, we can spark conversations and make a real difference.” Follow Amelia on Instagram here.
Christy from Chronically Christy also shared her Purple Sock Day photo! You can read about Christy and her health journey with Chronic Kidney Disease to running the fabulous podcast Chronically Christy!
Tiktok
Do you follow us on Tiktok? We have so much information about extra support you can get if you claim PIP (Personal Independence Payments), help with benefits and incredible discounts and deals, so follow us at Purpl Discounts! If you are on Tiktok, then share your Purple Sock Day photos with #PurpleSockDay and tag us.
We have a Facebook page but also a Private Members Group – make sure you follow us and join the group! The private group is the best place to get up to date disabled deals and discounts. Also please share your Purple Sock Day photos and #PurpleSockDay and tag us!
Head over to Instagram and follow Purpl Discounts, share your Purple Sock Day photos with #PurpleSockDay and tag us! We will share your photos on our social media and raise positive awareness for disability inclusion.
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