GWD 2025 Pre-Celebration Press Release

Global Wellness Day Ignites a Worldwide Movement

to Reconnect with What Truly Matters

Join millions on Saturday, June 14, 2025, to Embrace the #ReconnectMagenta Theme and Rediscover the Joy of Connection

Istanbul, Türkiye – On Saturday, June 14, 2025, Global Wellness Day (GWD) will celebrate its 14th anniversary, uniting millions across the globe in a transformative movement. Guided by the vibrant #ReconnectMagenta theme, this year’s celebration invites people of all ages to participate in free, inspiring activities-ranging from indigenous sound healing and senior walks to family camping and the iconic magenta illumination of Istanbul’s iconic Bosphorus Bridge.

In a world increasingly defined by disconnection, digital overload, and distraction, GWD 2025 turns the spotlight inward and outward, urging humanity to rediscover the healing power of meaningful relationships. The #ReconnectMagenta is built on five interconnected pillars of holistic well-being.

  • Reconnect with Mother Nature: Every step in nature reaffirms our role as stewards of the planet, fostering harmony and balance.
  • Reconnect with Self: Honoring our inner needs unlocks personal growth and enduring well-being.
  • Reconnect with Family & Friends: Embrace digital detoxes to be fully present, deepening bonds and creating cherished relationships.
  • Reconnect with Community: Build a sense of belonging and shared purpose to nurture vibrant, supportive networks.
  • Reconnect with Longevity: Prioritize physical, mental, emotional, and cognitive well-being for a fulfilling life.

“Connection is the heartbeat of life,” says Belgin Aksoy, GWD Founder. “In a fragmented, technology-driven world, #ReconnectMagenta infuses color, warmth, and vibrancy back into our relationships-with Earth, our inner selves, and each other. This is our call to come together.”

Led by 120 dedicated Global Wellness Day Ambassadors, Key Supporters, and volunteers the GWD offers a dynamic action plan to redefine wellness globally. Prestigious international hospitality brands are also joining the cause:

  • Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will once again host wellness-focused activities across its global properties.
  • Accor Hotels will engage colleagues and guests with meaningful celebrations at its luxury and premium brands.
  • Six Senses Hotels & Resorts, known for its deep commitment to sustainability and holistic wellness, will organize immersive experiences worldwide.
  • Rosewood Hotels & Resorts will present curated wellness offerings reflecting their “A Sense of Place” philosophy.
  • Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts will feature standout events like helipad yoga session led by an Alo Yoga Ambassador alongside rejuvenating lunches and workshops.
  • Chiva-Som (Thailand) will collaborate on wellness events, including the humanitarian Medical Aid visit to the Thailand-Myanmar border taking place for consecutive years, led by GWD Founder Belgin Aksoy.

Highlighted Global Events for GWD 2025
Inspired by #ReconnectMagenta, diverse celebrations will unfold worldwide:

  • Australia: Well Traveller, Australia’s premier wellness brand will host nationwide events, including a flagship meditation in Sydney’s Botanical Gardens with Jurlique, indigenous sound healing at Peninsula Hot Springs, and forest bathing in Perth.
  • Bhutan: Traditional games, mindful walking meditations, yoga and heritage activities like “Seven Stones” will unite communities in Thimphu, Punakha and beyond.
  • Brazil: A year-long series culminates on June 14 with guided nature walks, wellness talks, and community meditations, highlighted at the Gramado Summit.
  • Cayman Islands: Hibiscus Spa at Westin Grand Cayman will offer oceanside yoga and sound healing masterclass by celebrity instructor Carla Yeen Singh.
  • Curaçao: In its debut celebration, Curaçao will host a full-day wellness event featuring keynote speakers, expert panels, interactive workshops, and a community walk and meditation to foster connection and mindfulness.
  • Fiji: Six Senses Fiji will host a full day of connection-focused activities, from a sunrise hilltop hike to a symbolic beach fire ritual.
  • France: The Aube Department will engage locals with free, inclusive wellness experiences
  • Honduras: A week-long celebration by Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort and partners will feature yoga, snorkeling, and beach clean-ups.
  • Ireland: Galway will host mindfulness sessions, a Peace Concert, and beach clean-ups, with community dances in Derry-Londonderry.
  • Italy: Davines Village in Parma will offer mindfulness, yoga, and environmental clean-ups.
  • Japan: Osaka’s morning run, Awaji Island farming, and Okinawa’s cultural events will celebrate heritage and connection.
  • Lebanon: IRAP, Coach Rima Bourjouk and TourLeb will host eco-wellness retreats and a vibrant day at G SPA with fitness and art.
  • Macau: The Londoner Grand and other venues will offer family-friendly activities, fitness classes, wellness challenges, and holistic programming to inspire connection across generations.
  • Malaysia: Sound bathing at W Hotel, Tree Qi Gong at Taman Tugu, and intergenerational activities will foster well-being.
  • Mexico: From watercolor workshops and cacao rituals to Tai Chi and aquatic sound therapy, events will spark creativity, connection, and holistic health through health checkups and guided meditations.
  • Nepal: A mini-retreat at Raniban Retreat will feature sunrise yoga, journaling, and a peace hike.
  • Pakistan: Outdoor family activities, fitness workshops and an NLP session will promote growth and community.
  • Portugal: Escola Básica e Secundária will host nature walks, inclusive art projects, with Marla Jasmins leading a music-and-wellness experience.
  • Serbia: Kuršumlijska Spa will feature a mindfulness masterclass by Karl Nielsen, and family-friendly activities.
  • South Korea: Gangwon Province resorts will offer walking meditation, flow yoga, and color therapy.
  • Switzerland: Shaolin breath work, floating sound baths, and mindful walks will promote balance.
  • Taiwan: A Mind-Body-Soul exhibition, a family yoga in Taipei City Park, and community days will inspire connection.
  • Thailand: Bangkok’s wellness scene will be energized by collaborations with EKM6, Limber Studio, and Aman Nai Lert Bangkok, offering fitness, mindfulness, and lifestyle programs. Chiva-Som will host a special set of wellness activities, integrated with their annual humanitarian border mission.
  • Türkiye: Yoga, sound baths, and the magenta-lit Bosphorus Bridge will unite the nation.
  • United Arab Emirates: Yoga, mindfulness activities, group workouts and a three-day mall program will engage families and schools.
  • United Kingdom: The Dawoodi Bohras will lead art therapy, yoga, litter picks and educational experiences like “Longevity Passport” with Gaia Skincare and Gerrard International will host beauty and skincare workshops.
  • United States: The #ReconnectMagenta theme will be celebrated with diverse wellness and cultural activities across the United States. Whitefish, will offer hikes and food drives while Albany’s Irish American Heritage Museum will feature cultural reconnection events.
  • Uzbekistan: An overnight camp near Green Hills Resort will include sound bowls, live band music, morning yoga, and a charity drive.

Join the Movement
Follow the global celebration on June 14, 2025, using the hashtags #GlobalWellnessDay and #ReconnectMagenta.

 

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For more details on the #ReconnectMagenta theme click here.
High resolution photos are available here.

 

Contact:

 Deniz Yucel | Communications Executive
deniz.yucel@globalwellnessday.org | T: +90 532 796 70 03

 

About Global Wellness Day:

Founded in 2012 by wellness visionary Belgin Aksoy, celebrated with complimentary activities, Global Wellness Day (GWD) is an entirely not-for-profit dedicated to elevating the quality of life. Celebrated on the second Saturday of June each year, GWD encourages a day of reflection, disconnection from stress, and reconnection with well-being. Supported by 120 Ambassadors, 26 Key Supporters, and 2 Advisors from around the globe, the movement spans tens of thousands of locations worldwide.

Learn more at www.globalwellnessday.org | #globalwellnessday