‘We’re all going on a summer holiday!’ Both anticipated and dreaded by parents, this marks the beginning of summer! Now is the perfect time to check out some resources to support working parents, especially while the kids are at home!
The UN designated Parents’ Day to appreciate all parents in all parts of the world for their selfless commitment to children and their lifelong sacrifice towards nurturing this relationship. A fantastic addition to the calendar for parents and guardians.
Across the globe LGBTQ+ communities celebrate in many ways. Pride events (and parties) are held, and an effort is made to bring awareness to the history of the LGBTQ+ community. June is regarded as Pride month as this was when the Stonewall Riots occurred.
An initiative launched by our pals at Virgin Pulse! The aim is to encourage organisations to improve the wellbeing of their employees by providing the necessary tools, resources and support.
An annual event celebrated globally and created by the UN. Each year it's hosted by a different country and has found its 2023 home in Pakistan. The theme for this year is Ecosystem Restoration. Keep an eye out for the #GenerationRestoration hashtag.
This holiday commemorates the first Sikh martyr, killed in 1606. This holiday is celebrated with a full reading of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib. There is sometimes a procession, and sweets are offered to the general public outside gurdwaras.
The week is all about mental and physical wellbeing for men. It encourages exercise, healthy diets and regular visits to the doctor. This is a national celebration where people wear blue ribbons in support and encourage men to take care of themselves.
Shavuot marks the end of a 7-week Omer between Passover and Shavuot, symbolising the giving of the Torah from God to the Jewish people. This celebration is seen as a pledge between God and the Jewish people - a pledge of devotion and loyalty to each other.
Designated by the WHO (World Health Organisation) this annual day aims to raise awareness of the importance of safe blood and blood products to international health. Why not organise a company blood drive?!
Hajj in Islam is the pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. This is a journey that many Muslims must make at least once in their lifetimes. It’s the 5th fundamental pillar in the 5 Pillars of Islam.
Learning disability week shines a light on everything those with learning disabilities can achieve while also highlighting the continued stigma of living with a learning disability. A time to evaluate your organisations accessibility
World Refugee Day celebrates the strength of Refugees while also giving refugees and asylum seekers a much-needed voice in today’s society. Think about your recruitment strategy and how you might use Company Volunteering Days.
