Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month

In October 2026, we are once again raising awareness about bleeding disorders in Australia with Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month. This year’s theme Teamwork: stronger together, celebrates the connections that bring our community together. By supporting each other, sharing knowledge and experiences, and working as a team, we can make a difference for our community. One important way is coming together to raise awareness of bleeding disorders in Australia.

WHAT’S ON FOR THE MONTH

Community events and activities will be held online and in person throughout the month. Kids can show off their creative side with our annual colour-in competition; various picnics, walks and camps will be held throughout Australia; and don’t forget you can join in too, hosting an information booth or your own Red Cake Day. For a list of what’s on and how you can take part, head to www.haemophilia.org.au/BDAM.

HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?

Anyone can help raise awareness. Pop up posters at work or school, host a red-themed morning tea, run an information session with your child’s class, or even have your own Red Cake Day.

‘BDAM is a fantastic opportunity to come together with friends, colleagues, and the community and maybe even share your story. Talking about how your bleeding disorder affects you might help someone else who is suffering, or help someone to seek out a diagnosis for themselves. It can be so powerful.’
Shannon

‘I’m hoping it creates better awareness for young families so that they can receive better support, as they initially wouldn’t know where to go. Knowing there is support might reduce the impact of first finding out about it [bleeding disorder diagnosis].’
Mike

‘It’s a great opportunity to reflect on the past, celebrate how far we’ve come and identify how far we have to go.’
Lauren

‘[Red Cake Day] sparked conversations, built understanding and gave us a way to focus on raising awareness of bleeding disorders. What began as advocacy and education for our son has grown into something much bigger, with Lincoln now advocating for himself and becoming a role model for other younger children and families.’
Jasmin

ORDER PROMOTIONAL ITEMS

Support your fundraising or awareness activities with free promotional materials, such as:

• Posters
• Colour-in sheets
• Jibbitz (croc charms)
• Pop it (fidget) key chains
• Stickers, pens, balloons and more!

Complete the form on our website to place your order: www.haemophilia.org.au/BDAMorder

Please note that stock is limited. Place your order as soon as possible so you don’t miss out.

FIND OUT MORE

Find out more about Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month – www.haemophilia.org.au/BDAM