Orion College in Randpark Ridge celebrated Slipper Day on May 31. Learners and staff wore their cosy slippers and Slipper Day stickers to support children fighting life-threatening illnesses.
Tarryn Talbot, marketing liaison for Orion College, highlighted the significance of the day. “Learners donned their slippers and Slipper Day stickers to make a difference in the lives of children fighting life-threatening illnesses. Slipper Day is a fun, annual fundraising event organised by Reach For A Dream. This is all in support of seriously ill children who are in desperate need of hope and encouragement.”
According to Reach for A Dream, this year’s theme, “Step into My Slippers,” focused on empathy, fun, and stepping into the world of children facing severe health challenges. By trading regular shoes for slippers, participants symbolically stepped into the lives of these youngsters, demonstrating solidarity and support.
Talbot added, “It was great fun to see our learners and staff in their comfy slippers. Just in time for the winter cold front, keeping our feet warm, while also making a difference in the lives of children who need it most.”
Reach For A Dream’s Slipper Day invited everyone, from school children to corporate teams, to join in by purchasing an R20 Slipper Day sticker. This sticker grants the right to wear slippers on May 31. The funds raised are dedicated to giving children hope and a reason to believe that tomorrow is worth fighting for.
Orion College joining in the initiative underscores the power of community and empathy, as participants from diverse backgrounds came together to support a common cause. By wearing slippers, they step into the shoes—or rather, slippers—of those who are fighting for their lives, reminding them that they are not alone.
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