Disability Pride started as a day and is now a month-long celebration of the diversity and differences of the disabled community. This is a time to amplify the voices of disabled people and evaluate how accessible your organisation is
AWARENESS DAY CALENDAR - July 2024
Sarcoma Awareness Month aims to raise awareness of bone and soft tissue cancer to get an earlier diagnosis for patients as well as funding for research. With around 15 people in the UK being diagnosed every day, this cancer is among the rarest.
A campaign coordinated by Alcohol Change UK (creators of Dry January) to raise awareness of the impact of alcohol on our health and wellbeing. Taking place in the summer this year, it's the perfect time to rethink your company events.
This day marks the first day of Muharram, the first month in the Islamic calendar. As rituals and prayers mark the occasion, Muharram is known as the month of remembrance. It is sacred to Muslims across the world.
Ashura is a holy day commemorated on the 10th of Muharram (1st month on the Islamic calendar). For Shi'a, this marks the martyrdom of the Prophet's grandson and is a day of remembrance. For Sunnis, this is the day that Allah parted the Red Sea.
Known as SAHM, this month celebrates the heritage of those with roots in the South Asian countries of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives. This month take time to learn about the achievements of SA people
Windrush Day is a commemoration day in the United Kingdom which celebrates the contribution of migrants. Specifically, it celebrates those of Afro-Caribbean descent. Highlighting the struggles and achievements of the Windrush generation and their kin.
Samaritans Awareness Day is an annual celebration of the work of Samaritans, a charity that is there for anyone who needs a listening ear. Perhaps take a look at your organisations approach to mental health.
This day is a time to be thankful for our friendships - it promotes and encourages happiness and unity. Organisations are encouraged to hold events to bring people together with a focus on reconciliation and friendship.