Surval believes in giving students the opportunity to hone their leadership skills through firsthand experience. This week, Katie (G12, Ireland) planned a led an assembly and fundraising event to raise funds for Protect Our Winters and raise awareness for mental health.
Blue Monday
On Monday the 20th Of January I held a charity event for POW. My idea was a pyjama day, everyone would pay 2CHF and wear their comfiest clothes to school. In assembly, we would sing and dance to start the day with our spirits high. I thought that this was a great idea because who doesn’t want to have a pyjama day!
Creating a Meaningful Fundraiser
There were many meanings behind my fundraising event, the main one being to raise money for an amazing cause. I also wanted to have my fundraiser on this day as it was “Blue Monday”. It is said that this is the most depressing day of the year, but I wanted to try and change this around and enlighten the atmosphere. I felt like we could all come together on ‘Blue Monday’ and fundraise for a good cause as well as turning the gloomy day around by having a lively and enjoyable activity.
Another meaning for having my fundraising event on this day was to reinforce the concept of mental health. I wanted us to be all together and make each other happy by doing these small activities.
Lasting Impact
I was happy that my idea came to life and I could watch everyone enjoy the day. I think I learned many things from organising this event such as leading and organising a fundraising event and bringing my ideas to life. I am really happy with how the day went and that everyone got to enjoy the day as much as I did.
I believe that this was the perfect day for everyone to wear their comfy clothes and support each other throughout the day.