Muslim Heritage Month
To celebrate and raise awareness about the significant contributions and cultural richness of Muslim women in Britain, with the goal of challenging negative stereotypes, fostering improved understanding, and cultivating greater empathy and inclusion towards Muslim communities within the broader society.
National Careers Week
National Careers Week -is a celebration of careers guidance and free resources in education across the UK. https://nationalcareersweek.com/
No More Week
No More Week (Domestic Abuse) - is a national campaign to raise awareness to end domestic abuse and sexual violence across the UK.
Maha Shivratri
Maha Shivratri (Hindu) - A festival dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva, Hindu God, on the 13th or 14th day of the Hindu month of Maagha or Phalguna.
Ramadan
Ramadan (Muslim)- (Could start a day before or day later as depdendent on the sighting of the moon). The start of a sacred month in Islam where fasting from dawn to sunset, reflection, and community are emphasized.
Download our Ramadan Guide here.
Sign Language week
Sign Language week- is organised by the British Deaf Association (BDA) to promote awareness of issues affecting sign-language users and, more generally, the welfare of Deaf people in the UK.The theme for 2024 is 'Protecting BSL (and ISL)'.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Neurodiversity Celebration Week - is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It is time to recognise the many strengths and talents that come from thinking and perceiving the world differently. By celebrating the strengths of neurodivergent individuals, we can begin the seismic shift of changing the way neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported, empowering them to achieve their potential. https://www.neurodiversityweek.com/
World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day - is to raise public awareness of Down Syndrome. The theme for 2024 is to #endthestereotypes. https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination - A day focused on combating racial discrimination and promoting unity and equal opportunity for all.