Amplify dates

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/

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 entirely from our lives and institutions.This coincides with International Womens Day which takes place on the 8 March 2024 – A day dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women globally and advocating for gender equality across all sectors. The theme for 2024 is #InspireInclusion to collectively forge a more inclusive world for women. https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

Chinese New Year marks the year of the Dragon, a symbol of power and luck.

Race Equality Week – is an annual UK-wide movement uniting hundreds of thousands of organisations and individuals to address the barriers to race equality in the workplace. The theme for 2024 is #ListenActChange recognising there is more we can do to end and eliminate race inequality in the workplace.
Race Equality Week – Communications toolkit
Why Amplify – REW 2024
The Why Amplify Guide for Race Equality Week 2024

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

International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust – A day to remember and honour the millions lost in the Holocaust and to reaffirm a commitment to prevent such atrocities.