Paarse Vrijdag, a day dedicated to the acceptance and emancipation of LGBTQ+ students in the Netherlands, is encountering increasing resistance in many secondary schools. Research indicates that a majority of schools report conflicts related to the event, leading some to replace it with more general respect days. Incidents of harassment and protests against the day have also risen. Advocacy group COC Nederland expresses concern over the growing bullying of LGBTQ+ students and urges schools to continue supporting events that promote equality.