Are you wearing jeans today?

Chloe_Alumni
Chloe_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 10,506 Championing
edited September 2019 in Coffee lounge

Today is Jeans for Genes Day. It is the annual fundraising campaign for Genetic Disorders UK, the national charity that supports children affected by a genetic disorder.

 

The campaign encourages people to wear jeans to show their support and is a great opportunity to raise money for the charity, 10 reasons why you should join in!

We raise funds to support children affected by genetic disorders.
- There are around 6,000 genetic disorders.
- It is estimated that one in 25 children is affected by a genetic disorder. 30,000 babies and children are newly diagnosed in the UK each year.
- Some genetic disorders are apparent at birth while others are diagnosed at different stages throughout childhood, and sometimes into adolescence.
- Please take a look here to learn more about the children we support and the difference your donations make.

Will you be wearing jeans today? Post a picture below to show your support and get involved!

Comments

  • pollyanna1052
    pollyanna1052 Online Community Member Posts: 2,015 Championing
    I dont wear jeans...I prefer wide leg loose trousers, with elasticated waist...much more comfy than jeans.

    But my condition is possibly genetic, so I have an interest in Jeans for Genes day!
  • Chloe_Alumni
    Chloe_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 10,506 Championing
    That's understandable @pollyanna1052! Always good to be comfortable. :)
  • OverlyAnxious
    OverlyAnxious Online Community Member Posts: 4,923 Championing
    I wear jeans every day!! :D 

    Didn't realise it was Jeans for Genes day though, doesn't seem to get as much coverage as other awareness days!
  • Chloe_Alumni
    Chloe_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 10,506 Championing
    Well it means you're raising awareness!  :D

    I hope you are doing okay today. :)

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