Gumboot Friday on Friday 1 November

OIS has decided to join the growing number of schools and businesses participating in Gumboot Friday on Friday 1 November. Put your gumboots on, and mufti, and bring along a gold coin donation. All funds raised on the day will help provide free counselling to kids who need it.

Dealing with depression and mental health challenges is like walking through mud every day.

During "I Am Hope' national campaigns, they ask you to show your support, put your gumboots on, give a gold coin, and remind our rangatahi that with support, they CAN get through the mud.

While they now receive both government and public funding, the demand for free counselling is rising. So, Gumboot Friday continues to be an important day on which the whole country can get involved and be part of the solution for youth mental health. You can find out more about Gumboot Friday at I Am Hope - Gumboot Up.

It's a fun way for Kiwis to join in the mental health conversation while raising money to provide FREE and timely counselling for any kid in need. For people struggling with mental health issues, it can feel like walking through mud every day.

So on Friday 1 November, we're showing your support. Put your gumboots on, wear mufti, and donate a gold coin.