ITP Awareness Week
ITP Awareness Week is held each year during the last full week of September. It is a time for our community to come together, raise awareness, share stories and shine a light on the experiences of people living with Immune Thrombocytopenia across Australia and New Zealand.
In 2026, we invite you to join us in celebrating strength, connection and the power of community. Whether you live with ITP, care for someone who does or simply want to learn more, your voice helps make a meaningful difference.
What is Awareness Week?
ITP Awareness Week is an annual campaign dedicated to:
- Increasing understanding of ITP
- Highlighting the challenges people face
- Sharing real stories from our community
- Encouraging early diagnosis and informed care
- Supporting families, children and adults living with ITP
- Bringing visibility to a rare condition that often goes unseen
Every post, conversation and shared experience helps raise awareness and supports people who may be feeling isolated or unsure about their diagnosis.
How to Get Involved
There are many ways to take part in ITP Awareness Week, no matter where you live.
Share Your Story
Your experience can help others feel less alone. Share your ITP journey on social media or submit your story to be featured during the week.
Social Media
Help spread awareness by sharing our official ITP Awareness Week social media tiles. These tiles are designed for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X, and include key messages, facts and supportive statements.
You can download and share them throughout the week to help raise awareness in your community.
I Sport Purple for Platelets Day
Join us on Friday 25 September 2026 for I Sport Purple for Platelets Day. Wear purple to show your support for people living with ITP and help spark conversations that raise awareness.
You can take part by:
- Wearing purple clothing or accessories
- Encouraging your workplace or school to join in
- Sharing a photo on social media using #ITPAwarenessWeek and #SportPurpleForPlatelets
A small action can make a big impact.
Donate or Fundraise for Awareness Week
Your support helps us provide resources, advocacy and programs for people living with ITP across Australia and New Zealand.
You can make a difference by:
- Making a donation
- Creating a fundraising page
- Hosting a morning tea, workplace event or school activity
- Encouraging friends and family to get involved
Every contribution helps us continue our work and support the ITP community.
#LightUp4ITP
The Light Up campaign is one of the most powerful ways to bring visibility to ITP. In 2026, we are inviting individuals, families, councils and businesses across Australia and New Zealand to help turn our region purple.
Help Bring New Landmarks On Board
You can help expand the #LightUp4ITP campaign by reaching out to:
- Local councils
- Community organisations
- Businesses
- Schools
- Landmarks and venues with lighting displays
Ask if they can light up purple during ITP Awareness Week to show support for people living with ITP.
We will provide a template message you can use when contacting your local council or organisation.
Visit Participating Locations
Throughout the week, landmarks and buildings across Australia and New Zealand will light up purple as part of the global #LightUp4ITP campaign.
You can get involved by:
- Visiting a participating location
- Taking photos or videos
- Sharing them on social media using #LightUp4ITP
- Bringing friends, family or your local community along
A full list of participating locations will be available closer to the campaign.
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