Through celebration, education and raising awareness, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month helps to tackle prejudice, challenge myths and to amplify the voices of Gypsies, Roma and Travellers in wider society.
Learn more about Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.
Learn more about Carers Week Men’s Health Week in the UK is an annual campaign focused on raising awareness of health issues specifically affecting men and promoting preventive health practices and early detection.
Learn more about Men’s Health Week Shavuot is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai and is celebrated with religious observances, studying of scriptures, and eating dairy foods.
Guru Arjan Dev’s martyrdom day commemorates the day when the fifth Sikh Guru was tortured and executed by the Mughal emperor Jahangir, marking a pivotal event in Sikh history and strengthening the community’s resolve.
Learn more about Guru Arjan Dev Martyrdom Day Eid al-Adha is the second and the largest of the two main holidays celebrated in Islam.
Learn more about Eid-ul-Adha Refugee Week is the world’s largest arts & culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary.
Learn more about Refugee Week Get ready to bust myths about living life with a learning disability.
Learn more about Learning Disability Week Windrush Day is a commemoration in the United Kingdom held on 22 June to honour the contributions of migrants to the post-war economy.
Learn more about Windrush Day South Asian Heritage Month celebrates the culture, history, and achievements of South Asian communities, aiming to promote understanding and appreciation of their diverse contributions to society.
Learn more about South Asian Heritage Month Al-Hijra marks the Islamic New Year, commemorating the migration (Hijra) of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.
The Develop:Brighton conference has something for everyone – 10 tracks covering every discipline of game making, including free Roundtables and Indie BootCamp. It’s main focus is practical take-away and vocational content giving you the chance to “skill-up” and do what you do even better.
Learn more about Develop:Brighton Taking place on the evening of Wednesday 10 July during Develop:Brighton, the Develop:Star Awards 2024 will recognise the very best games and talent within the industry with categories that enable studios of every size to shine.
The Sparkle Weekend has been a cornerstone of the LGBTQIA+ Community in Manchester for the past 19 years.
Learn more about Sparkle Weekend Ashura is a significant religious observance for both Sunni and Shia Muslims, marking the tenth day of Muharram; Sunnis commemorate it as a day of atonement, while Shias mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala.
Learn more about Ashura Asalha Puja is a Theravada Buddhist festival that commemorates the Buddha’s first sermon and the inception of the Buddhist sangha (monastic community), observed with meditation, chanting, and religious ceremonies.
Learn more about Asalha Puja (Sharma Day) Samaritans Awareness Day is an annual campaign held every July 24 to underline the importance of lending an ear to those who are going through mental health problems.
Learn more about Samaritans Awareness Day World Breastfeeding Week is an annual campaign to promote the benefits of breastfeeding for both infants and mothers, emphasising its importance for global health and wellbeing.
Learn more about World Breast Feeding Week International Youth Day is an annual observance dedicated to celebrating the potential of young people, raising awareness of challenges they face, and promoting their active engagement in socio-economic and political processes.
Learn more about International Youth Day Tisha B’Av is a solemn Jewish fast day commemorating the destruction of both the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem, as well as other tragedies in Jewish history, observed with fasting, prayer, and the reading of the Book of Lamentations.
Learn more about Fast of Tisha B’av Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, an avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu, with devotional singing, fasting, re-enactments of episodes from Krishna’s life, and visits to temples.
Learn more about Krishna Janmashtami World Suicide Prevention Day is an annual observance on September 10th aimed at raising awareness about suicide prevention, reducing the stigma around the topic, and encouraging global action to reduce instances of suicide.
Learn more about World Suicide Prevention Day Founded by Inclusive Employers, National Inclusion Week (NIW) is a week dedicated to celebrating inclusion and taking action to create inclusive workplaces.
Learn more about National Inclusion Week Black History Month is an annual observance dedicated to celebrating the achievements, contributions, and history of Black individuals and communities, while also reflecting on the struggles they’ve faced throughout history.
Learn more about Black History Month Down Syndrome Awareness Month is dedicated to celebrating the abilities and achievements of individuals with Down syndrome while promoting understanding, acceptance, and inclusion.
Learn more about Down Syndrome Awareness Month International Day of Older Persons is dedicated to honouring the contributions of senior citizens and addressing challenges they face, emphasising the importance of ensuring their well-being and participation in society.
Learn more about International Day of Older Persons Rosh Hashanah, often referred to as the Jewish New Year, is a two-day celebration marking the beginning of the High Holy Days, characterized by introspection, prayer, and the blowing of the shofar (a ram’s horn).
Learn more about Rosh Hashanah Navaratri is a nine-night Hindu festival dedicated to the goddess Durga, celebrated with fasting, dancing, and devotional practices, culminating in the festival of Dussehra on the tenth day.
Learn more about Navaratri Dyslexia Awareness Week is an annual event aimed at raising awareness about dyslexia, promoting understanding, and highlighting the potential and achievements of those with the condition.
Learn more about Dyslexia Awareness Week World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness about mental health issues globally, promote open dialogue, and mobilise efforts in support of mental wellbeing.
Learn more about World Mental Health Day Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, observed with fasting, intensive prayer, and reflection, seeking forgiveness for sins and reconciliation with God.
Learn more about Yom Kippur Baby Loss Awareness Week is a wonderful opportunity to bring us together as a community and give anyone touched by pregnancy and baby loss a safe and supportive space to share their experiences and feel that they are not alone.
Learn more about Baby Loss Awareness Week Diwali, often called the “Festival of Lights,” is a major Hindu festival celebrating the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, marked by illuminating homes with lamps, exchanging gifts, feasting, and offering prayers to deities, especially Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity.
Learn more about Diwali Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM) is a campaign founded in 2012 by a group of Muslim organisations. It aims to showcase the positive contributions of Muslims as well as raise awareness of Islamophobia in society.
Learn more about Islamophobia Awareness Month UKDHM 2023 provides an opportunity for all councils, service providers, education establishments, youth, play and sports organisations, health providers and employers to examine their approaches to disabled children and youth.
Learn more about UK Disability History Month International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities.
Learn more about International Men’s Day The birthday of Guru Nanak, also known as Guru Nanak Jayanti or Gurpurab, celebrates the birth of the founder of Sikhism, observed with hymns, prayers, and processions, and is one of the most sacred festivals in Sikh tradition.
Learn more about Birthday of Guru Nanak This campaign, led by the UN Secretary-General and UN Women since 2008, aims to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls around the world, calling for global action to increase awareness, promote advocacy and create opportunities for discussion on challenges and solutions.
Learn more about International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women World AIDS Day is a global movement to unite people in the fight against HIV and AIDS.
Learn more about World AIDS Day The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery marks the date of the adoption, by the General Assembly, of the United Nations Convention for the Suppression of the Traffic in Persons and of the Exploitation of the Prostitution of Others (resolution 317(IV) of 2 December 1949).
Learn more about International Day for the Abolition of Slavery In the decades since the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, human rights have become more recognised and more guaranteed across the globe.
Learn more about Human Rights Day Christmas Day celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is widely observed with religious ceremonies, gift-giving, festive meals, and decorations, serving as a central holiday in the Christian calendar.
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