Today is Wear Star Wars Share Star Wars Day! This started in 2010 when a young Star Wars fan, Katie Goldman, was bullied for liking Star Wars. When Star Wars fans found out, they rallied to support her, which eventually culminated in this day. Star Wars fans and geeks wear something that represents their fandom today, showing that their geeky side is something they’re proud of, and that no one, especially children, should be bullied for something they like. This is the 5th annual celebration, and we encourage you to wear something Star Wars related, take a picture of yourself, and post that picture along with #WearStarWars2014 on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook!
Teresa Delgado gives us her suggestions on how to celebrate today, and how to brighten the lives of other geeks this holiday season!
1). Wearing something Star Wars or science fiction-related.
2). Donating a Star Wars or science fiction toy to a child in need (but please put a post-it note on the new, unwrapped toy specifying that it can go to a girl or a boy; otherwise, these traditional “boy toys” will be given only to boys). You can bring the toy to a hospital, a shelter, or drop it off with any charitable organization collecting toys.
3). Post your pics on this Facebook page or on Twitter with the hashtag #WearStarWars2014
Your school or workplace can use this as a fun way to stand up to the terrible problem of bullying and help needy kids at the same time!
