This year, Epilepsy Action Australia is part of the Make March Purple movement in support of the 250,000 Australians living with epilepsy.

Make March Purple is a national campaign supported by epilepsy organisations across Australia. It ensures epilepsy is in the spotlight for longer than one day alone, encouraging Australians to have conversations throughout March to break the stigma often associated with the condition. Every 33 minutes, someone’s life is turned upside down by epilepsy. This week alone, 305 Australians will be diagnosed with epilepsy.

For many, epilepsy can deeply affect the personal lives, employment, education, and wellbeing of the person and their family. Make March Purple for Epilepsy is an effort to raise awareness and much-needed funds. Will you help us turn things around for Epilepsy?

Whether it be through joining a community fundraiser, hosting your own event, creating an online fundraiser, purchasing merchandise, or encouraging your school or community organisation to get involved, every little bit counts.