A- Polish Gender Norms

An initiative, inviting anybody and everybody to speak out against gender norms, stereotypes, 2SLBTQ+ discrimination, and bullying. 

On International Day of Pink, April 8th, 2026, join us to A-Polish Gender Norms! This year, we’re offering educators a A-Polish Gender Norm Positive Space Kits, which includes 15 Stickers, 15 Magnets, and 4 Flags, that feature versions of our various merchandise designs and two nail polish to run your A-Polish Gender Norms initiative!

Apply by March 25th for a chance to get a FREE kit in time for April 8th, 2026!

How to participate: Paint your nails, post your photos and using #apolishgendernorms and tagging @getrealmovement, and share with us what a-polishing gender norms means for you!

Are you an individual or a company that wants to join the initiative and get FREE nail polish!
Orders over $30 on our shop site will receive nail polish for free when using the code: “APolishGenderNorms2026

Get your Get REAL merch and receive free nail polish —> www.wegetreal.ca
Please note this code is limited to one use per customer, and available while quantities last! If the code is used, we will be sending out a follow up survey to hear your feedback on the campaign!

How A-Polish Norms got started:

A-Polish Gender Norms 2024

The response from our online community to our 2024 campaign was overwhelmingly beautiful.

It once again touched our hearts greatly to see so many students and teachers take part and build an inclusive environment. School clubs and corporations took the initiative as their own and expanded beyond our belief. Some schools even sent us videos of how their day went!

This day always sparks important conversations and highlights the power of representation. It reminds us that by coming together, we can take meaningful steps to break down stereotypes, combat bullying, and challenge hate.

A-Polish Gender Norms 2023

Another inspiring day A-Polishing Gender Norms!

Thank you EVERYONE who participated in #APolishGenderNorms in celebration of #InternationalPinkDay.

Schools, individuals, and companies all across Canada set up their a safe space and shared videos and photos all over the internet! Our hearts are so full - we appreciate all your words, all your support and all your love!

Special thanks to all the educators who brought together their students and created a safe space for people to know that they can express themselves!

Thanks essie and Macintyre Communications for their support on this campaign. We are beyond grateful for all your help!

A-Polish Gender Norms 2022