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World Interfaith Harmony Week
World Interfaith Harmony Week - as a way to promote harmony between all people regardless of their faith
LGBTQ+ History Month
LGBTQ+ History Month - is a time to promote the history and celebrate the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. The theme this year is Medicine – #UnderTheScope which celebrates LGBTQ+ peoples’ contribution to the field of Medicine and Healthcare both historically and today.
The Why Amplify guide - LGBTQ+ History month Feb 2024
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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.
Women’s History Month
Women's History Month - is an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society.The theme for 2024 celebrates “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.” The theme recognizes women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination ... Women’s History Month
Zero Discrimination Day
Zero Discrimination Day - Highlights how people can become informed about and promote inclusion, compassion, peace and, above all, a movement for change. The theme this year is “Save lives: Decriminalise” https://www.unaids.org/en/zero-discrimination-day
National Wheelchair Users Day
National Wheelchair Users Day - is a time for wheelchair users to celebrate the positive impact that these important tools offer to their lives.
6 events,
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.
6 events,
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.
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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.
5 events,
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)'.
6 events,
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 ... Neurodiversity Celebration Week
7 events,
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.
8 events,
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday (Christian - Some Orthodox – 28 April) A Christian holy day that falls on the Sunday before Easter, to commemorate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem
Holi
Holi (Hindu - although date may change) - A Hindu festival of colours celebrating the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil, marked by joyful gatherings and colour-throwing.
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Good Friday
Good Friday (Christianity - Some Orthodox – 3 May) The holy day commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus. It is observed during Holy Week on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday, and may coincide with the Jewish observance of Passover
5 events,
Easter Day
Easter Day (Christianity - Some Orthodox – 5 May) - celebrate the resurrection of Jesus three days after his death by crucifixion. This is a public holiday in the UK.
Trans day of Visibility
Trans day of Visibility - A day to honour the transgender and non-binary communities, celebrating their resilience while also raising awareness about the discrimination they still face.