National Epilepsy Day Nov 17
๐ก๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฝ๐ถ๐น๐ฒ๐ฝ๐๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ – ๐ก๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ญ๐ณ
Declared by: The Epilepsy Foundation of India
Theme (2025): “Breaking Stigma, Building Strength.”
Symbol Color: ๐ Purple – represents courage and support for epilepsy awareness.
๐ฃ๐๐ฟ๐ฝ๐ผ๐๐ฒ
1.1To create awareness about epilepsy, a neurological disorder that affects millions worldwide.
1.2To remove social stigma and myths related to epilepsy.
1.3To educate students on first aid, empathy, and inclusion for people living with epilepsy.
1.4To promote health literacy, early diagnosis, and timely treatment.
๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ถ๐บ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ต๐ผ๐ผ๐น ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐
2.1Storytelling: “A Brave Friend” – a simple story on kindness toward children with health challenges.
2.2Drawing Competition: “Healthy Brain, Happy Mind.”
2.3Purple Ribbon Day: Students wear purple ribbons to show support.
2.4Rhymes & Songs: Teaching children how to help others calmly.
2.5Teacher Talk: Brief awareness talk on “Helping Friends in Need.”
๐ ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฑ๐น๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ต๐ผ๐ผ๐น ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐
3.1Poster Making: “Let’s Talk About Epilepsy.”
3.2Awareness Quiz: On brain health and myths about epilepsy.
3.3Short Film/Video Screening: “Understanding Epilepsy.”
3.4Role Play: Demonstrating what to do when someone has a seizure.
3.5Essay Writing: “Empathy Makes Us Human.”
3.6Health Talk by Nurse/Doctor: “Epilepsy – Facts vs Myths.”
๐๐ถ๐ด๐ต ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ต๐ผ๐ผ๐น ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐
4.1Science Exhibition: Models on Brain and Nervous System Function.
4.2Panel Discussion: “Epilepsy: A Medical Condition, Not a Curse.”
4.3Awareness Rally: Students hold placards like “Epilepsy Can Be Managed.”
4.4Essay or Article Writing: “Supporting Friends with Epilepsy.”
4.5Skit: “Courage in Every Spark.”
4.6Workshop: Basic first aid for handling seizures safely.
๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ด๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐๐๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐
5.1Medical Awareness Seminar: “Understanding Neurological Health.”
5.2Survey Drive: Collect data on epilepsy awareness in communities.
5.3Guest Lecture: Neurologist or Psychologist on treatment and care.
5.4Debate: “Is Awareness the Key to Reducing Stigma?”
5.5Social Media Campaign: Hashtag challenge #PurpleForEpilepsy.
5.6Candlelight Evening: Show solidarity and hope for epilepsy patients.
๐ก๐๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น ๐ฆ๐๐๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐
6.1Symposium: “Epilepsy: From Diagnosis to Daily Care.”
6.2Case Study Presentation: Clinical management of epilepsy.
6.3Workshop: Seizure first aid and community awareness.
6.4Patient Interaction: Visit epilepsy patients and share motivational talks.
6.5Public Awareness Drive: Distribute pamphlets about myths and facts.
6.6Screening Camp: Neurological health check-up in rural areas.
๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ต๐ผ๐ผ๐น ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐๐ ๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐
7.1Purple Dress Code Day: Students wear purple to express support.
7.2Health Assembly Talk: By school nurse or science teacher.
7.3Wall of Awareness: Display epilepsy facts and first-aid steps.
7.4Peace Walk: Students walk with purple flags promoting awareness.
7.5Student Counseling Corner: For mental health and support guidance.
๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐
8.1“Purple Ribbon Campaign” – distribute ribbons and badges.
8.2“Mind Health Pledge” – students pledge to promote mental and neurological health.
8.3“Brain Power Exhibition” – showcasing models, charts, and awareness facts.
8.4“Voice for Awareness” Video Challenge – students create short videos on epilepsy.
8.5Recognition Initiative:
Schools, colleges, and hospitals may send event reports/photos via ๐ฑ+91 99443 13953 (WhatsApp)
to receive Appreciation Certificates & UN-linked Recognition for supporting the cause of epilepsy awareness.
