ADHD Awareness Month – October 2024

October is International ADHD Awareness Month

ADHD Awareness Month, held every October, is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

At ADHD WA, we are committed to raising awareness about ADHD, reducing stigma surrounding the condition, providing accurate information, and fostering a supportive community for individuals with ADHD and their families. This year, the theme “Awareness is Key” highlights the importance of understanding ADHD and how awareness can lead to better diagnosis, treatment, and support for those affected.

ADHD WA invites you to join us this Awareness Month:

🍊 Wear #OrangeForADHD
Share a photo of you rocking orange for the day on social media.
Use hashtag #ADHDAwareness and #OrangeForADHD and tag ADHD WA and we will repost it on our socials.

FUN FACT! Orange is the colour for ADHD Awareness.
Orange combines red, the symbol of pure energy, with yellow, the symbol of happiness. Orange represents enthusiasm, happiness, creativity, and stimulation.

💡 Light Up Orange
On Friday 4 October – Sunday 6 October 2024 landmarks across WA will be lighting up orange to promote ADHD awareness.
Invite you to visit the landmarks and spread awareness by sharing photos with your friends and family and across your social media using the hashtags #OrangeForOctober #OrangeForADHD and tagging ADHD WA.

 

Click for a Google Map with all of the landmark locations

✴️ Attend Events
Walk and Talk – Wednesday 9 October – 10:00am – 11:00am
ADHD WA 2024 Conference – Saturday 19 October 2024 – 8:00am – 4:30pm

🤝 Participate in a Peer Support Group

Click here to learn more about the free ADHD WA Peer Support Groups.

🥕 Host a Morning Tea
Gather your family, friends, or colleagues for an orange themed morning tea at your home or workplace. Use the time to raise awareness about ADHD by talking about ADHD and sharing your story.

📳 Social Media
Social media can be a positive tool for spreading awareness and sharing your story. Consider using the hashtag #ADHDAwareness and #OrangeForADHD and tagging @ADHD_WA throughout the month.

Follow ADHD WA on Facebook and Instagram where we will be posting facts about ADHD throughout awareness month and sharing stories from our members.

📣 Call to Action – Enhancing ADHD Support as an Election Promise

With the upcoming state election in March 2025, now is a critical time to raise our collective voice and address the ongoing lack of support for individuals and families impacted by ADHD. We urge you to join our efforts by writing a letter to your local Member of Parliament and urging them to bring this to the attention of the Department of Health and Minister Amber Jade Sanderson.

Learn more and access a letter template

👩‍🦰 Become an ADHD WA Member

When you join the ADHD WA community, our collective voice gets a little louder.
The more members we have, the stronger our voice becomes for advocacy and change at a local, state, and national level.
As a fully-fledged member, you actively help shape the direction, management, and operations of our organisation. You can also enjoy a number of member-only benefits.

Learn more about ADHD WA Membership

🧡 Donate

ADHD WA is a not-for-profit organisation that does not receive direct government funding, nor are we funded by the pharmaceutical industry. ADHD WA is a registered charity with DGR status (Deductible Gift Recipient) — every donation you make over $2 is tax deductible.

Whether it’s a small donation or a larger contribution, your support will go a long way toward:
AWARENESS: Your contribution helps spread crucial awareness about ADHD, fostering understanding and reducing stigma in our community.
ADVOCACY: At a local, state and federal level.
SUPPORT: Donations enable us to provide essential resources and expert information to individuals and families affected by ADHD.

Donate to ADHD WA