ASCA’s Recognition of World Sickle Cell Day – 19 June 2025

19 June 2025

ASCA's Recognition of World Sickle Cell Day

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About World Sickle Cell Day

World Sickle Cell Day is observed annually on 19 June. Declared by the United Nations, the day raises global awareness of sickle cell disease (SCD), a serious inherited blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It highlights the importance of early diagnosis, comprehensive care, research, and community support to improve the quality of life for people living with SCD.

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ASCA’s 2025 Activities

In 2025, Australian Sickle Cell Advocacy Inc. (ASCA) marked World Sickle Cell Day with an expanded program of community events, education, and high-visibility awareness campaigns across multiple states:

Victoria
- Food Fest: Held on 14 June 2025, bringing together families, healthcare professionals, and supporters to share cultural foods and information about SCD.
- Family World Sickle Cell Day: Held on 19 June 2025 at Royal Children’s Hospital and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, focusing on family engagement, patient stories, and support services.
Queensland
- Education Day: Conducted on 26 June 2025 at Mater Hospital, offering presentations and resources for patients, carers, and health professionals.
Western Australia
- Food Fest: Hosted at Curtin University on 5 July 2025, featuring cultural performances, food, and SCD awareness activities.
- Family Meeting Day: Also held on 5 July 2025 at Perth Children’s Hospital, providing a safe space for families to connect and discuss their experiences.
Lighting Buildings Red
ASCA partnered with various organisations and councils who lit their buildings and landmarks in red, the international colour of sickle cell awareness, on 19 June. This striking visual symbol of solidarity elevated public awareness nationwide.

Impact and Significance

Through these diverse activities, ASCA successfully amplified the message of World Sickle Cell Day in Australia. The combination of Food Fests, education sessions, and family-focused events created opportunities to inform, support, and unite communities. By collaborating with partners to light buildings in red, ASCA ensured a highly visible national observance of this important day in the sickle cell calendar.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.