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International Day of Disabilities and Supporting Purple Sock Day 2025
Written by
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Published on
December 3, 2025
Purple Sock Day 2025 brings people across the UK together to celebrate the International Day of Disabilities, a global moment dedicated to disability inclusion, visibility and pride. This year, Purpl is partnering with Parallel and Purpl brand partners to amplify awareness, champion disabled voices and help more people show their support with BAM’s iconic purple socks.
It’s a simple act with a big impact — one that unites allies, brands and the disabled community in a shared message of solidarity.
In this Article
- What is Purple Sock Day 2025?
- Who Are Parallel and Why Did They Create Purple Sock Day?
- Why Purple Sock Day Matters
- BAM Clothing and the Iconic Purple Socks
- Our 2025 Purple Sock Day Brand Partners
- Purpl Members Get Involved
- Share Your Purple Socks on Social Media
- Summary
What is Purple Sock Day 2025?
Purple Sock Day is a national celebration encouraging people to wear their official BAM purple socks to mark the International Day of Disabilities on 3 December. The aim is simple but powerful: spark conversations about disability inclusion, show visible solidarity, and raise awareness that disabled people deserve equal access, opportunity and respect.
With more people searching for “International Day of Disabilities UK” and “Purple Sock Day meaning”, the campaign continues to grow each year — becoming a key moment in the UK’s disability inclusion calendar.
Purpl supports this mission wholeheartedly, helping reduce the extra costs of living with a disability and providing practical support through disability discounts, community resources and advocacy.
Who Are Parallel and Why Did They Create Purple Sock Day?
Parallel is the UK’s leading inclusive participation movement, founded to make mass-participation events — such as running, walking, pushing and rolling challenges — accessible to everyone. Their mission is to remove barriers, rethink traditional event structures, and build a community where disabled people, non-disabled people, families and supporters can take part together on equal terms.
Parallel created Purple Sock Day to take this message beyond their events and into everyday life. They wanted an act of solidarity that was:
- Universal — anyone can wear a pair of socks
- Accessible — low cost, simple and inclusive
- Visible — instantly recognisable and conversation-starting
- Meaningful — connected to the International Day of Disabilities
By partnering with BAM Clothing, Parallel launched the official purple socks to symbolise unity, visibility and pride. Their vision is that ordinary gestures can spark extraordinary awareness — and the campaign has now become a national show of solidarity for disability inclusion
Why Purple Sock Day Matters
The International Day of Disabilities was created by the United Nations to promote equality, accessibility and human rights for disabled people worldwide. Observed annually on 3 December, it encourages governments, organisations and communities to prioritise inclusion and take meaningful action.
Purple Sock Day brings this message into homes, workplaces, schools and online communities. Wearing purple socks is an easy, friendly and powerful way for people to show that they value disabled people’s experiences — both visible and invisible.
In 2025, with disability inclusion conversations increasing across the UK, Purple Sock Day provides a positive, tangible way to contribute to change.
Parallel, BAM and the Iconic Purple Socks
BAM Clothing design the official Purple Sock Day socks using high-quality, sustainable and fully traceable materials. As a certified B Corp, they’re committed to ethical fashion and environmental responsibility.
Their partnership with Parallel — and now Purpl — reflects a shared commitment to inclusion, sustainability and community impact.
Purpl members can enjoy 15% off BAM Clothing through disability discount codes.
Our 2025 Purple Sock Day Brand Partners
We’re celebrating Purple Sock Day alongside a powerful line-up of brands who believe in accessibility, inclusion and supporting the disabled community during the International Day of Disabilities.
Back Market
Back Market continue to support the disabled community by making tech more affordable, reliable and sustainable. As searches rise for “refurbished tech deals UK” and “affordable smartphones for disabled people”, their involvement is more valuable than ever.
Purpl members can claim a Back Market disability discount and get instant savings.
Broadband Genie
With online access becoming increasingly essential for disabled people, Broadband Genie help households find clear, affordable broadband deals. Their commitment aligns perfectly with the values behind the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, reinforcing digital inclusion for all.
Purpl members can get an extra gift card on top of Broadband Genie deal.
The Cinema Society
The Cinema Society is helping make entertainment more accessible for everyone by reducing the cost of cinema tickets. Their partnership supports the message that leisure, joy and social experiences should be open to all, especially during the International Day of Disabled People.
Purpl members can get up to 40% off cinema tickets to help save money.
Incontinence Choice
Returning again for 2025, Incontinence Choice continue to champion dignity, independence and inclusion. Their collaboration supports rising searches for “incontinence support products UK” and “disability wellbeing products”.
Purpl members receive an exclusive 11% off for new and existing customers.
Mobility in Motion
Mobility in Motion joins Purple Sock Day to highlight the importance of accessible mobility aids that help people live with independence, comfort and confidence. Their product range supports the everyday realities faced by many disabled people in the UK.
Purpl members can get 10% off their first purchase with Mobility in Motion.
Octopus Energy
As more disabled households look for accessible energy support, Octopus Energy’s participation in the International Day of Disabilities reflects their commitment to fairness, transparency and disability-aware customer service.
Purpl members can get a £50 energy credit with Octopus Energy.
Physique
Physique support thousands of people with long-term health conditions. Their therapeutic, recovery and mobility-focused products help disabled people manage pain, movement and physical wellbeing. Their partnership adds strength to our Purple Sock Day message of resilience, pride and community.
Purpl members can get 15% off Physique.
Purpl Members Get Involved
Purpl members supporting Purple Sock Day and the International Day of Disabilities on their socials.
Maya
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Tiffany
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Samantha
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Elle
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Kirsty
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Share Your Purple Socks on Social Media
Let’s flood social media with purple socks and messages of disability inclusion on 3 December 2025.
TikTok
Follow @purpldiscounts and tag us using #PurpleSockDay and #InternationalDayOfDisabilities.
Tag @purpldiscounts and use the hashtags
#PurpleSockDay #InternationalDayOfDisabilities #InternationalDayOfDisabledPeople
Summary
Purple Sock Day is more than just socks — it’s about standing together for equality, visibility and dignity. As awareness of the International Day of Disabilities grows each year, our campaign gives people a heartfelt way to show support and be part of a positive movement.
We’re excited to celebrate Purple Sock Day 2025 with you, our brand partners and our wider community — one pair of purple socks at a time. The disabled community, families, allies, influencers, brands and supporters standing together for visibility, solidarity and lasting change.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you. 💜🧦
About the Author
Georgina is the founder of Purpl, a platform dedicated to helping disabled people save money through exclusive discounts. Living with both Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and ADHD, she understands firsthand the financial challenges that often come with managing a disability. Because of this, her mission is to collaborate with brands to secure discounts that help ease the cost of essential products, services, and everyday expenses for the disabled community.
As an ambulatory wheelchair user, Georgina also knows how it feels to lose a sense of independence due to a disability. For that reason, she’s deeply passionate about using holistic therapies and diet to manage inflammation and stay as healthy as possible. Ultimately, her goal is to make Purpl a trusted, go-to resource for disabled people — one that provides not only discounts but also practical advice, emotional support, and genuine financial relief.
Beyond Purpl, Georgina has a long-term vision to launch a foundation that will offer grants and funding for disabled people who need additional financial support. Through this, she hopes to create lasting change, empowering others to live with dignity, confidence, and choice.
Follow @Purpldiscounts on social media for the latest disability discounts, financial advice, and accessibility resources.
Other articles, or links, you might find useful:
Purple Sock Day: Empowering the Disabled Community One Step at a Time
Purple Tuesday: Celebrating Accessibility & Saving Money For All
Parallel Windsor, the Festival of Inclusivity for Disabled People and Families
