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WOW Day - Wear Orange Wednesday

Wednesday 21 May is Wear Orange Wednesday – or WOW Day – a time to show appreciation for the NSW SES volunteers who support our communities during storms, floods and other emergencies.

WOW Day is an opportunity for people across NSW and Australia to say a simple but meaningful “thank you” to the volunteers who give their time to help others during challenging times.

This year, WOW Day takes place during National Volunteer Week (19–25 May) – a week that recognises the contribution of volunteers from all walks of life. It’s a great moment to highlight the important work of the SES and the commitment of its members.

Let’s come together in orange to acknowledge their efforts and show that their work doesn’t go unnoticed!

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How you can get involved

Celebrate Wear Orange Wednesday 'WOW Day' 21 May 2025 with a morning tea

How can you support Wear Orange Wednesday? Whether you employ a NSW SES volunteer or just want to thank your local volunteers, here are a few ways you can get involved:

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Wear orange

Wear orange and encourage other employees to wear orange on the day.

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Host a morning tea

Host a morning tea on WOW Day to recognise NSW SES volunteers in your workplace.

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Certificate of appreciation

Present any volunteers in your workplace with a Certificate of Appreciation.

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Share you video or photo

Share your videos or photos of thanks, and use the hashtag #ThankyouSES.

Campaign resources

Campaign resources have been created to help you celebrate WOW Day at your school, workplace, SES unit, or even online. Download the resources below.

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Stakeholder kit

This toolkit is designed for government departments, local councils, schools, and NSW SES members who are responsible for managing digital communications, social media, content creation, and marketing.