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Birth Defects Prevention Month – Highlights issues related to detecting and preventing birth defects during pregnancy. Each year, there is a new theme (examples include clefts, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, and congenital heart defects.)

Blood Donor Month – Led by the American Red Cross, and encourages individuals to be regular blood donors.

Braille Literacy Month – Highlights the use of Braille as a means of communication and the human rights of blind and visually impaired people.

Cervical Health Awareness Month – Highlights issues related to cervical cancer / Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) education, early detection, and treatment.

Codependency Awareness Month – Raises awareness of codependency in relationships. 

Financial Wellness Month – Highlights the importance of setting financial goals, budget priorities, and safeguarding against unexpected financial pitfalls.

Hobby Month – Encourages celebrating hobbies and trying out new ones. 

Human Trafficking Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the rise in human trafficking globally, and dispels the myth that human trafficking only happens outside of the United States.

Mentoring Month – Highlights the impact of mentoring in personal and professional relationships, and encourages more people to become mentors to young people.

One Health Awareness Month – A local, regional, national, and global collaborative that recognizing the interconnection between people, animals, plants, and their shared environment.

Poverty Awareness Month – Raises awareness about the fight to end poverty. 

Self Love Month – Focuses on self care and self-appreciation, and investing in personal growth.

Stalking Awareness Month – Highlights the serious crime of stalking, both in-person and online.

Thank You Month – Encourages appreciating the kind actions of others.

Thyroid Awareness Month – Raises awareness to thyroid-related diseases and thyroid cancer. 

World Braille Day (January 4) – Highlights the use of Braille as a means of communication and the human rights of blind and visually impaired people.

I Am a Mentor Day (January 7) – Celebrates mentors and the benefits of mentorship. 

World Folic Acid Awareness Week (first week in January) – Brings awareness to folic acid, an important vitamin for women who are either pregnant or may become pregnant.

Human Trafficking Awareness Day (January 11) – Brings attention to the impact of human trafficking globally.

Pharmacists Day (January 12) – Recognizes the contributions of pharmacists. 

Elementary School Teacher Day (January 15) – Celebrates the role of elementary school teachers. 

Religious Freedom Day (January 16) – Reflects on the human right to practice, pray, and preach faiths peacefully and openly.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (third Monday in January) – Celebrates the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Day of Racial Healing (third Tuesday in January) –  Promotes racial equity through highlighting how racism impacts society. Led by the W. K. Kellogg Foundation.

World Religion Day (third Sunday in January) – Promotes unity and understanding among people of different faiths.

Liberation Week (third week in January) – Supports young people in defining what liberation means to them, creating understanding and deepen the analysis of resistance and survival of BIPOC LGBTQ+ people. Led by GLSEN.

No Name-Calling Week (third week in January) – Educate students, teachers, and the public on the harms of name-calling.

Anniversary of the Women’s March (January 21) – Celebrates the largest single-day protest in U.S. history, which took place on January 21, 2017.

Hugging Day (January 21st) – A reminder of the importance of physical touch in nurturing relationships and fostering emotional well-being.

International Playdate Day (January 21st) – Focuses scheduling and making time for kids to grow by playing outside.

Anniversary of Roe v. Wade (January 22) – Commemorates The United States Supreme Court’s 1973 landmark ruling that a right to privacy under the due process clause of the 14th Amendment extends to a person’s decision to terminate a pregnancy. Roe v. Wade was overturned with the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization (June 24, 2022).

Compliment Day (January 24) – A day for giving and receiving compliments. 

International Day of Education (January 24) – Celebrates of the role of education as a tool for peace and development.

International Day of Clean Energy (January 26) – Commemorates the founding date of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and serves as a day to raise awareness and mobilize action towards a transition to clean energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro power. 

International Holocaust Remembrance Day (January 27) –  Commemorates the victims of the Holocaust. 

Data Privacy Week (January 27 – 31) -Raises awareness and promotes privacy and data protections best practices. 

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (fourth week in January) – Focuses on cervical cancer prevention.

Gun Violence Survivors Week (fourth week in January) – Amplifies the stories and voices of gun violence survivors who live with the impact of gun violence every day of the year. 

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American Heart Month – Focuses on cardiovascular health, hypertension awareness, and other leading risk factors for heart disease and stroke.

Black History Month – Recognizes the history, traditions, contributions and advancements made by Black Americans.

Black Futures Month– Led by The Movement for Black Lives. A visionary, forward-looking spin on celebrations of Blackness.

Body Awareness Month – Promotes healthy body image.

Cancer Prevention Month – Dedicated to raising awareness of cancer prevention science. 

Canned Food Month – Educates about the nutritional value of canned food and addresses misconceptions that canned foods are less nutritious than fresh food. 

Career and Technical Education Month – Celebrates the value of career and technical education, and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs across. 

Children’s Dental Health Month – Raises awareness about the importance of child and adolescent oral health.

International Boost Self Esteem Month – Dedicated to improving self-esteem among people globally. 

International Friendship Month – Celebrates the spirit of friendship and companionship. 

International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month – Promote awareness of infections transmitted from parent to baby.

Library Lovers Month – Dedicated to the love of books, and the libraries that house them. 

Low Vision Awareness Month – Raise awareness about low vision (condition where vision cannot be fully corrected with standard glasses or contacts) and early detection. 

Teen Dating Violence Prevention & Awareness Month – Raises awareness of dating violence in teen and young adult relationships.

Women Inventors Month – Highlights the pivotal role women play in the fields of science, technology, and the arts. 

Youth Leadership Month – Supports young people taking up leadership roles and contributing to their communities. 

Freedom Day (February 1) – Celebrate the freedoms fought for in the U.S.

World Hijab Day (February 1) – Educates and spreads awareness on why hijab is worn; promotes wider acceptance of hijab wearing as well as combating religious discrimination.

International Sex Education Day (February 2) – Encourages parents, caregivers, and trusted adults to have open communication with young people around sex, sexuality, relationships, and consent.

World Wetlands Day (February 2) – Highlights the connection between human wellbeing and the health of the world’s wetlands.

Missing Persons Day (February 3) – Raises awareness for missing people and honors those who have been found.

Women in Medicine Day (February 3) – Recognizes the contributions of women physicians and commemorates the birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell who, in 1849, became the first American woman to receive a medical degree in the United States.

Rosa Parks’ Birthday (February 4) – Celebrates the birthday of Rosa Parks, “the First Lady of Civil Rights” and “The Mother of the Freedom Movement”, best known for her pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott.

World Cancer Day (February 4) – Raises awareness about all forms of cancer, early detection, treatments, living with cancer, and caring for loved ones undergoing cancer treatments.

Women & Girls in Sports Day (February 5) –  Highlights the influence and accomplishments of women and girl athletes; honors the progress made and ways to go to improve equality for women and girls in sports.

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (February 6) – Highlights efforts to end all forms of violence against women and girls, including female genital mutilation (FGM).

Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (February 7) – Increases awareness, participation and support for HIV prevention, care and treatment among Black Americans by motivating Black Americans to get tested for HIV.

Safer Internet Day (February 7th) – Raises awareness of emerging online issues and current concerns, including cyberbullying, social networking, and digital identity.

African Heritage and Health Week (first week in February) – Celebrates the healthy foods, cooking techniques, and flavors of the African Diaspora. 

Race Equality Week (first week in February) – A United Kingdom-wide initiative to address the barriers to race equality in the workplace.

School Counseling Week (first week in February) – Highlights the unique contributions of U.S. school counselors.

World Interfaith Harmony Week (first week in February) – Promotes harmony and understanding between people of all faiths.

Wear Red Day (first Friday in February) – Raises awareness about heart disease, prevention, and early detection.

Honor the Descendants of the Clotilda Day (February 8) – Honors the founding of The Clotilda, the last known U.S. slave ship to bring captives Africans to the United States, arriving at Mobile Bay, Alabama between 1859 – 1860. This day also honors the residents of Africantown, Alabama. 

Alice Walker’s Birthday (February 9) – Celebrates the birthday of Alice Walker, American novelist, short story writer, poet, and social activist.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science Day (February 11) – Celebrates women scientists and champions young women’s education in the sciences. 

Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Day ( February 12th ) – Raises awareness on sexual and reproductive health and promote resources to improve community health in Canada.

Black Girl Freedom Week (second week in February) – Celebrates what is possible when Black girls’ dreams, power, and leadership are invested in, and work together to co-create a future where they are safe, free, and thriving.

Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action (second week in February) – Encourages educators, parents and allies to come together to ensure that every Black student and educator can live, grow and thrive with support, love and joy.

Heart Failure Awareness Week (second week in February) – Raises awareness about heart failure, promotes education, and advocates for prevention. 

Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (second week in February) – Raises awareness of sexual and reproductive health and promotes resources to improve community health in Canada.

Condom Week (week of Valentine’s Day) – Educates young adults about serious risks involved with unprotected sex. This includes the risk of catching and spreading sexually transmitted infections including HIV as well as helping to prevent unwanted pregnancies.

Sex Ed Week of Action (week of Valentine’s Day) – Highlights the importance of comprehensive sex education. Sponsored by SIECUS. 

International Condom Day (February 13)- Recognizes the importance of condom use as a preventative measure against unwanted pregnancy and STIs.

Donor Day (February 14) – Raises awareness and education about organ, eye, and tissue donation.

V-Day (February 14) – Generates broader attention for the fight to stop violence against women and girls, including rape, battery, incest, female genital mutilation (FGM), and sex slavery.

Black Girl Magic Day (February 15) – Celebrates the existence of Black women and girls.

Global Tourism Resilience Day (February 17th) – Raises awareness of the importance of sustainable tourism.

Random Act of Kindness Day (February 17th) – Celebrates and encourages random acts of kindness.

Audre Lorde’s Birthday (February 18) – Celebrates the birthday of Audre Lorde, American writer, professor, philosopher, intersectional feminist, poet and civil rights activist.

Toni Morrison’s Birthday (February 18) – Celebrating the birthday of Toni Morrison, American novelist and editor.

Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week (third week in February) – Raises awareness and acceptance of aromantic spectrum identities.

Black Climate Week (third week in February) – Honors innovative Black-led climate solutions and environmental justice work.

Caregivers Day (third Friday in February) – Honors individuals who provide personal care, and physical- and emotional support to those who need it most.

World Day of Social Justice (February 20) – Recognizing the need to promote social justice, which includes efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusions, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protections.

International Mother Language Day (February 21) – Promotes linguistic diversity, multilingualism, and the preservation of languages by highlighting the importance of learning in one’s mother tongue.

Chosen Family Day (February 22) – Celebrates the importance of chosen families (people who are not biologically related but form meaningful relationships). 

HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day (February 28) – Amplifies the voices of those who have been criminalized based on their HIV status. 

Rare Disease Day (February 28) – Raises awareness for rare diseases and improvement made to accessing treatment and medical representation for individuals and their families.

Eating Disorders Awareness Week (last week in February) – Raises awareness about the dangers of eating disorders (including anorexia and bulimia), early intervention and treatment and promoting a positive body image.

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Athletic Training Month – Raises awareness of the important work of athletic trainers. 

Bisexual Health Awareness Month – Raises awareness about the bisexual+ (bi, pansexual, fluid, queer, etc.) community’s social, economic and health disparities.

Black Feminisms Month – Led by Black Feminist Future; highlights Black women radicals who have made incredible contributions to the movement for liberation. 

Black Food Month – Recognizes the food contributions of the Black diaspora.

Brain Injury Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the causes of brain injuries and how to support individuals with brain injuries.

Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month – Raises awareness about cerebral palsy. 

Colic Awareness Month – Educates and supports parents of infants with colic.

Color Therapy Month – Celebrates the healing powers of color.

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the colorectal cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. 

Credit Education Month – Highlights the importance of understanding the ins and outs of financial credit scores. 

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month – Raises awareness and fosters inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all areas of community life.

Endometriosis Awareness Month – Raises awareness for the causes and symptoms associated with endometriosis, and options for conceiving for individuals with endometriosis.

Expanding Girls’ Horizons in Science and Engineering Month – Helps young girls develop more interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) throughout their educational careers. 

Gender Equality Month – Raises awareness of gender bias and eliminating gender inequities.

Kidney Month – Highlights the importance of kidneys, which filter blood and can help prevent or slow kidney disease. 

Middle-Level Education Month – Celebrates middle school education. 

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month – Raises awareness about multiple sclerosis (MS), people living with the disease and advancements for a MS cure.

Multiracial Heritage Month – Honors the histories, stories, and identities of people with mixed-race, multiethnic, or transracial ancestry. 

Music in Our Schools Month – Raises awareness of the importance of music education for all children. 

Nutrition Month – Dedicated to educating people about healthy habits, including making healthy food choices, developing healthy eating and physical activity habits, and food safety.

Reading Month – Encourages people of all ages to read.

Red Cross Month – Honors and celebrates the people, communities, and organizations that help to fulfill the mission of the Red Cross. 

Save Your Vision Month – Raises awareness about the importance of eye health and encourage people to prioritize their eye care

Self-Harm Awareness Month – Raises awareness of self-injury, and provides support to those who struggle with it.

Social Work Month – Celebrates the contributions of social workers.

Women of Color HERstory Month – Celebrates the power, legacy and achievements of women of color.

Women’s History Month – Recognizes the political, economic, social, and historic contributions that women of every race, class and ethnic background have made to advance the growth and strength of the United States.

Youth Art Month – Celebrates and promotes arts and arts education.

Baby Sleep Day (March 1) – Recognizes the importance of sleep for children and their families. 

Black Women in Jazz & The Arts Day (March 1) – Dedicated to Black women in jazz, fine, visual, performing, and auditory arts.

Disability Day of Mourning (March 1) –  Remembers victims of filicide – people with disabilities murdered by their family members.

International Wheelchair Day (March 1) – Advocate for equal opportunities and accessibility in public spaces. 

International Women of Color Day (March 1) – Recognizes the contributions of women of color.

Peace Corps Day (March 1) – Honors the Peace Corps’ contributions. 

Self Injury Awareness Day (March 1) – Raises awareness of self-injury, and provides support to those who struggle with it.

World Compliment Day (March 1) – Spreads joy through simple verbal and written affirmations of appreciation.

Zero Discrimination Day (March 1) – Promotes equality and an end to discrimination.

Elaine Brown’s Birthday (March 2) – Celebrates the birthday of Elaine Brown, American prison activist, writer, singer, and former Black Panther Party chairwoman.

Read Across America Day (March 2) – Promotes children learning how to read.

World Teen Mental Wellness Day (March 2) – Raises awareness about mental health issues that teens face.

International Sex Workers Rights Day (March 3) – Recognizes the rights of sex workers.

World Birth Defects Day (March 3) – Raises awareness about the impact of birth defects worldwide to reduce stigma, and increases opportunities for prevention and care.

World Hearing Day (March 3) – Raises awareness on deafness prevention and hearing loss, and promotes ear and hearing health.

HPV Awareness Day (March 4) – Raises awareness about the importance of HPV vaccination and prevention.

World Obesity Awareness Day (March 4) – Raises awareness and advocates for practical solutions in addressing the global obesity crisis.

Dissociative Identity Disorder Awareness Day (March 5) – Raises awareness and education about DID, a mental illness that affects about 2% of the general population. 

NO MORE Week (first week March) – Unites individuals, organizations, and communities worldwide to speak out against domestic and sexual violence.

School Breakfast Week (first week in March) – Celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success. 

International Board Certified Lactation Consultants Day (first Wednesday in March) – Recognizes the contributions of IBCLCs to the health of babies, mothers, and families.

World Books Day (first Thursday in March) – Global celebration of books and reading. 

Dress in Blue Day (first Friday in March) – Raises awareness of colorectal cancer and honor those affected by the disease. 

Employee Appreciation Day (first Friday in March) – Emphasizes the importance of strong employer-employee relations in order to run a successful business. 

Speech and Debate Education Day (first Friday in March) – Honors, celebrates, and promotes the activity of scholastic speech and debate.

Global Day of Unplugging (first Saturday in March) – Encourages digital de-stress by turning off digital devices and connecting with oneself.

World Day of Prayer (first Friday in March) – Brings together women from different cultures, races, and traditions to pray and act for peace and justice

International Women’s Day (March 8) – Celebrates the global economic, political, and social achievements of women, focusing on peace, empowerment, and equality.

Abortion Providers Appreciation Day (March 10) – Recognizes the contributions of abortion care providers.

International Day of Women Judges (March 10) – Recognizes the contributions of women judges and to promote gender equality in the justice system.

National Day of Rest for Black Women (March 10) – Dedicated to honoring the resilience and contributions of Black women by encouraging them to prioritize rest and self care. 

Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (March 10) – Raises awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls in the United States and globally.

Girl Scout Day (March 12) – Commemorates the 1912 founding of the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, Georgia.

National Good Samaritan Day (March 13) – Recognizes and encourage people to perform acts of kindness and selflessness. 

Social and Emotional Learning Day (second Friday in March) – Advocates and supports SEL in school and communities globally. 

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week (second week in March) – Amplifies the stories of people living with MS to raise awareness.

Patient Safety Awareness Week (second week in March) – Promotes patient safety practices.

Sleep Awareness Week (second week in March) – Emphasizing the importance of sleep for health and well-being. 

World Orphans Week (second week in March) – Raises awareness of the needs of orphaned and abandoned children globally.

World Social Work Day (third Tuesday in March) – Recognizes the contributions of social workers. 

Black Midwives Day (March 14) – Led by Black Midwives Alliance; strengthens the base for Black midwives and highlights the cultural history of Black midwifery as an important part of the U.S. medical landscape.

International Day Against Police Brutality (March 15) – Day of solidarity against police brutality. 

International Day to Combat Islamophobia (March 15) – Brings attention to people around the world who are harassed, detained, imprisoned, or even killed for identifying, practicing, converting to Islam or being perceived as Muslim.

Digital Clean-Up Day (March 16) – Raises awareness about digital pollution and encourage individuals and companies to declutter and organize their online presence.

World Sleep Day (Friday before the Spring equinox) – A call to action on important issues related to sleep, including medicine, education, social aspects and driving.

Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ+ Awareness to Celebration Day (Spring equinox) – Celebrates the diversity of gender and sexual identities in Indigenous communities in Alberta, Canada.

Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (March 20) – Raises awareness of the impact of HIV/AIDS on American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians by creating a greater awareness of the risks of HIV/AIDS to Native communities.

International Day of Happiness (March 20) – A global celebration that highlights the importance of happiness.

World Oral Health Day (March 20) – Raises global awareness of oral health and the importance of oral hygiene.

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (March 21) – Held annually on the day the police in Sharpeville, South Africa, opened fire and killed 69 people at a peaceful demonstration against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960.

World Down Syndrome Awareness Day (March 21) – Raises awareness about Down syndrome.

World Poetry Day (March 21) – Celebrates one of the most treasured forms of cultural and linguistic expression and identity.

Week of Solidarity with the People’s Struggling Against Racism and Racial Discrimination (March 21-27) – A week of solidarity with  peoples struggling against racism and racial discrimination.

Anniversary of Eisenstadt v. Baird SCOTUS Decision (March 22) – Commemorates the 1972 Supreme Court ruling that unmarried people have the same right to access contraceptives as married couples.

World Doula Day (March 22) – A day recognizing the impact that doulas make in improving the physiological, social, emotional, and psychological health of women, newborns and families in birth and in the postpartum period.

World Water Day (March 22) – Draws attention to the water-related issues that humans face globally.

World Doula Week (March 22-28) – Empowers doulas globally to improve the health of birthing and postpartum women and newborns through support.

Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (March 23) – Passed in 2010; highlights the advancement of health coverage and equity in the United States; ACA supports Americans in gaining access to essential health benefits, including preventive and rehabilitative health care, prescription drugs, wellness visits and contraceptives, mental health and substance use treatment coverage without lifetime limits, including people with preexisting conditions. 

World Tuberculosis (TB) Day (March 24) – Builds public awareness about the global epidemic of tuberculosis and efforts to eliminate the disease. 

Tsunami Awareness Week (March 24 – 30) – Educates the public about tsunamis, their causes, and how to prepare. 

Companies That Care Day (third Thursday in March) – Encourage employers to care for their employees, instead of overworking or exploiting them.

Brain Awareness Week (third week in March) – Fosters public enthusiasm and support for brain science.

Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (third week in March) – Inspires dialogue about the science of drug use and addiction among youth. 

LGBTQ Health Awareness Week (third week in March) – Supports reducing healthcare barriers to LGBTQ communities.

Poison Prevention Week (third week in March) – Raises awareness of poison prevention and safety.

Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness Day (March 26) – Dedicated to increasing awareness about epilepsy worldwide. 

Science Appreciation Day (March 26) – Highlights how science has benefited human outcomes, unleashed human potential, and transformed quality of life.

Global Day to Destigmatize Abortions (March 28) – Challenges the stigma around abortion and its intersection with other forms of discrimination.

Doctors Day (March 30) – Recognizes the contributions of doctors. 

World Bipolar Day (March 30) – Educates and promotes the spread of information on bipolar disorder.

International Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31) – Dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments and victories of transgender & gender non-conforming people while raising awareness of the work that is still needed to save trans lives.

American Diabetes Alert Day (last Tuesday in March) – Raises awareness about the risks and symptoms associated with diabetes.

Community Doula Week (last week in March) – Led by HealthConnect One and Birth Matters. Highlights the unique and life-saving support community doulas offer birthing people and their families. 

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Alcohol Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the prevalence of alcohol abuse, particularly among college students, young women, senior citizens, even pregnant women.

Autism Acceptance Month – Celebrates and show supports and acceptance to those living with autism.

Arab American Heritage Month – Celebrates the history, contributions, and culture of Arab Americans.

Cannabis Awareness Month – Highlight the many uses of marijuana.

Care Workers Recognition Month – Recognizes the selfless dedication of caregivers and their significant contributions to society.

Celebrate Diversity Month – Recognizes and honors the differences and similarities of us all, for a deeper understanding of each other.

Cesarean Section Awareness Month – Educates about C-sections, a surgical procedure that can be life-saving but can also be a problem if performed unnecessarily.

Child Abuse Prevention Month – Recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to strengthen families to prevent child abuse and neglect.

Counseling Awareness Month – Raises awareness and promoting mental health to people of all ages.

Fair Housing Month – Recognizes the anniversary of the passage of the Fair Housing Act, signed into law on April 11, 1968, that made discrimination in housing transactions unlawful. Signifies a recommitment to advancing equitable opportunities and expanding homeownership.

Global Volunteering Month – Celebrates the impact of community volunteering and encourages more people to get involved.

Healthy Homes Month – Raises awareness of housing-related health hazards, lead poisoning prevention, and the overall principles of a healthy home.

Inter-Professional Healthcare Month – Highlights the complexity and breadth of health promotion, illness prevention and  quality health care benefits from the diverse knowledge and skills of a range of health care professionals.

International Black Women’s History Month – Embraces achievements, builds understanding and awareness, and celebrates the rich history of the past, present and future generations of Black women and women who are the Descendants of Africa.

Internship Awareness Month – Celebrates the benefits of internships for both employers and students.

Mathematics Awareness Month – Increases public understanding of and appreciation for mathematics and statistics. 

Minority Health Month – Raises awareness about health disparities that continue to affect racial and ethnic minority populations and encourage action through health education, early detection, and control of disease complications.

Month of the Military Child – Honors military-connected children and their families. 

Poetry Month – Celebrates the joy, expressiveness, and pure delight of poetry.

Second Chance Month – Raises awareness of the barriers faced by formally incarcerated individuals returning to society. 

Sexual Assault Awareness Month – Raises awareness about sexual assault and to promote the prevention of sexual violence to ensure that communities are educated about sexual assault, victims of sexual assault receive the care and support they need, and sexual assault offenders are held accountable.

STI Awareness Month – Raises awareness about sexually transmitted infections.

Stress Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the negative impact of stress.

Volunteer Month – Honors volunteers and encourages volunteerism throughout the month.

Women’s Eye Health & Safety Month – Educates the public on the increased risk for women and vision health issues, as well as steps that can be taken to prevent vision loss.

Youth Service Month (April 11 – May 11) – Highlights the development of young leaders and their service to their communities.

Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action (April 1) – Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ signature platform for empowering people to stand up and speak out against the tobacco industry.

Employee Benefits Day (April 2) – Appreciates the hard work and planning done by employers who strive towards providing benefits to their employees that make a helpful change in their lives.

World Autism Awareness Day (April 2) – Encourages the United Nations to take measures to raise awareness about people with autistic spectrum disorders including autism and Asperger syndrome throughout the world.

World Health Day (April 7) – Creates awareness of specific health themes to highlight as priority areas of concern for the World Health Organization.

International Anti-Street Harassment Week (first week in April) – Increases awareness of street harassment (catcalls, sexist comments, public masturbation, groping, stalking, assault) and other forms of gender-based violence in public places that make being out in public unfriendly and even scary for many girls, women, and LGBT people.

Public Health Week (first week in April) – Focuses on creating safer communities (school, home, occupation) to ensure greater public health and to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving the public’s health.

Healthy Schools Day (first Tuesday in April) – Promotes collaborative research and policy development and advanced systemic reforms in three core areas defining children’s environmental health at school: Environmental public health services for children at risk or with suspected exposures at school; Child-safe policies for housekeeping and purchasing; and Child-safe standards for school design, construction, and siting.

Delores Huerta’s Birthday (April 10) – Celebrates the birthday of Delores Huerta, American labor leader and feminist activist.

Siblings Day (April 10) – Celebrates sibling relationships.

Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (April 10) – Educates the public about HIV and AIDS on young people, as well as highlights the work that youth are doing to fight HIV/AIDS.

Black Doula Day (11th) – Highlights the 7-core demands to protect, advance and uplift the Black Doula profession.

International Day for Maternal Health and Rights (April 11) – Recognizes the right that each woman has to dignity, respect, and health care that empowers her to decide if and when to be a mother. Highlights access to maternal and reproductive health care as central to women’s freedom, and safe, high-quality abortion care is an integral part of these services.

Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17) – Led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance. Raises awareness for supporting Black maternal health, highlights the impact of racism on maternal health outcomes, and encourages activism and building community for Black mamas.

American Sign Language Day (April 15) – Celebrates American Sign Language.

Library Week (second week in April) – Celebrates libraries, library workers, and the role they play in communities.

STI Awareness Week (second week in April) – Encourages young people to get tested and treated for STIs and HIV to protect their health and that of their partners.

Student Employment Week (second week of April) – Highlights student employment practices across colleges and universities that help undergraduate students develop invaluable practical skills and, importantly, pay for their tuition expenses.

Day of Silence (second Friday in April) – The largest student-led day of action to protest bullying and harassment against the LGBTQ community. Participants take a vow of silence for 24 hours to call attention to the silencing effect of anti-bullying and harassment in schools and on college campuses.

RAINN Day (second Friday in April) – Led by Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network. Educates students about sexual assault and harassment prevention and provides recovery support for survivors. 

Transgender HIV Testing Day (April 18) – Recognizes the importance of routine HIV testing, status awareness and continued focus on HIV prevention and treatment efforts among transgender and gender non-binary people.

Volunteer Week (third week in April) – Promotes volunteerism and imaginative ways to engage with communities.

International Black Gardeners Day (third Saturday in April) – Celebrates the legacy of Black gardeners, farmers, herbalist, growers, and artisans.

Nonbinary Parents Day (third Sunday in April) – Highlights and supports transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming parents. 

Minority Cancer Awareness Week – (third week of April) – Increases awareness among racial/ethnic minority groups regarding the importance of early cancer detection.

4/20 Day (April 20) – Celebrates the legalization, education and consumption of cannabis for medical and recreational use.

Vulva Awareness Day (April 21) – Led by SweetSpots Labs. Shines a light on the “vulva void” to erase shame or stigma around vulvas.

World Creativity and Innovation Day (April 21) – Raises awareness of the importance of creativity and innovation in human development.

Earth Day (April 22) – Raises awareness to the impact of climate change.

Anniversary of the March for Women’s Lives (April 25)- Commemorates the 2004 March for Women’s Lives in Washington, DC, to protest abortion restrictions and to advance abortion rights, birth control access, and reproductive health care.

Lesbian Visibility Day (April 26) – Celebrates lesbians and shows solidarity with all LGBTQI women and non binary people.

Girls in ICT Day (April 27) – Drawing attention to the critical need for more girls and women in the Information and Communications Technology sector.

World Day for Safety and Health at Work (April 28) – Promotes the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally.

International Dance Day (April 29) – A global celebration of dance, created by the Dance Committee of the International Theatre Institute.

International Jazz Day (April 30) – The world’s largest celebration of jazz. 

Take Your Kids to Work Day (fourth Thursday in April ) – Originally launched by Ms. Foundation for Women in 1993 to familiarize children with the reality of a workplace. 

Global Youth Service Day (last weekend in April) – Celebrates and builds the capacity of all youth ages 5-25 to help communities and democracy thrive by working together for the common good.

Every Kid Healthy Week (last week in April) – Raises awareness of and supports initiatives geared towards promoting healthy children.

Infant Immunization Week (last week in April) – Promotes the benefits of immunizations and to improve the health of children two years old or younger.

Infertility Awareness Week (last week in April) – Promotes awareness around infertility, causes, and ways to destigmatize infertility.

Library Week (last week in April) – Celebrates our nation’s libraries, library workers’ contributions and promote library use and support.

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Week of Action  (last week in April) – Presents a call of action in honor of missing and murdered Indigenous women to advocate for resources and support to find and solve the murders of MMIW. 

The Gathering of Nations (last week in April) – One of the world’s most recognized annual festivals, where Native people come together to celebrate and share culture.

World Immunization Week (last week in April) – Promotes the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease.

Youth Violence Prevention Week (last week in April) –  Raises awareness and educates students, teachers, school administrators, counselors, school resource officers, school staff, parents, and the public on effective ways to prevent or reduce youth violence.

World Immunization Week (last week in April) – Highlights the collective action needed and to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease.

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Adolescent Health Month – Highlights key topics in adolescent health.

Affordable Housing Month – Highlights the importance of affordable housing and housing affordability. 

American Stroke Month – Provides education on signs and symptoms of stroke.

Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month – Educates communities about asthma and promotes and how this chronic respiratory disease can be controlled. 

Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month – Recognizes the history, traditions, contributions and advancements made by Asian and Pacific Islander Americans.

Better Hearing and Speech Month – Raises awareness about hearing and speech disorders.

Brain Tumor Awareness Month – Raises awareness about brain tumors.

Clean Air Month – Focuses on improving the quality of air. 

Foster Care Awareness Month – Highlights the needs of children and youth in foster care, as well as the people who help them.

Get Better Sleep Month – Promotes improving sleep hygiene.

Global Employee Health and Fitness Month – Promotes the importance of fitness and a healthy diet for employees. 

Haitian Heritage Month – Honors the culture, history, and traditions of Haiti and its people.

Healthy Vision Month – Promotes healthy eye habits and encourages the prioritization of eye health.

Hepatitis Awareness Month – Raises awareness about hepatitis A, B, and C, and to encourage: testing, vaccination, timely treatment, prevention, and care. 

International Doula Month – Celebrates the important contributions of birth & postpartum doulas.

Jewish American Heritage Month – Recognizes the contributions and experiences of Jewish Americans. 

Lupus Awareness Month – Raises awareness and funds for lupus research and education programs.

Masturbation Month – Raises awareness of the importance of masturbation for positive body image, and self pleasure, and  destigmatizes  masturbation and sex toys.

Maternal Depression Awareness Month – Raises awareness about the emotional well-being of parents before, during, and after pregnancy.

Meditation Month – Raises awareness of the benefits of meditation and to try different meditation techniques.

Mental Health Awareness Month – Increases awareness around mental illness such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia as well as suicide.

Military Appreciation Month – Honors current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Nurses Month – Recognizes the contributions of nurses and their impact on healthcare.

Older Americans Month – Recognizes the resilience, needs, and strength of older Americans.

Physical Fitness and Sports Month – Promotes physical activity and the benefits of sports participation.

Sex Ed For All Month – Formally named Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month; focuses on the sexual health information, access and rights young people need and deserve in order to make healthy decisions for themselves. Led by Advocates for Youth, Healthy Teen Network, Planned Parenthood, Power to Decide, and SIECUS.

Wildfire Awareness Month – Educates people about wildfires and how to prepare for them

Women’s Health Month – Raises awareness for health-related issues and topics important to women of all ages.

Youth Service Month (April 11 – May 11) – Highlights the development of young leaders and their service to their communities.

College Decision Day (May 1) – The deadline for incoming college freshmen to decide on a college or university to attend in the fall.

Global Love Day (May 1) – Celebrates humanity and unconditional love.

Infertility Survival Day (May 1) – Highlights infertility awareness and support.

International Workers’ Day (May 1) – Celebrates the struggles and gains made by workers and the labour movement. Also known as May Day.

Transgender Athlete Awareness Week (May 1-7) – Highlights the needs of transgender and non-binary athletes.

Septima Clark’s Birthday (May 3) – Celebrates the birthday of Septima Clark, educator and civil rights activist whose literacy and citizenship workshops (Citizenship Schools) trained over 10,000 community leaders and registering countless voters across the Jim Crow South—showing  how education is the foundation for political power and community leadership.

Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls,  2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples (May 5) – Remembers the Indigenous women and girls lost to murder and those who remain missing and commit to working with Tribal Nations to ensure any instance of a missing or murdered person is met with swift and effective action.

International Day of the Midwife (May 5) – Raises awareness about the midwifery profession.

World Hand Hygiene Day (May 5) – Highlights the importance of hand hygiene in health care and supports hand hygiene improvement globally.

International No Diet Day (May 6) – Celebrates body acceptance, diversity, and the rejection of diet culture.

Nurse Appreciation Day (May 6) – Recognizes the contributions of nurses.

International Clitoris Awareness Week (May 6-12) – Celebrates the clitoris, and raises awareness of Female Genital Mutilation.

World Asthma Day (first Tuesday of May) – Raises awareness and improve care for asthma.

World Maternal Mental Health Day (first Wednesday in May) – Increase awareness of and decrease the stigma surrounding perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week (first week in May) – Focuses on children’s mental health needs. 

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week (first week in May) – Shares resources to create dialogue around maternal depression.

Screen Free Week (TV Turnoff Week) (first week in May) – An invitation to play, explore, and rediscover the joys of life beyond ad-supported screens. 

Small Business Week (first week in May) – Honors American entrepreneurs, who have played their part in bringing new ideas to life and growing the U.S. economy.

Teacher Appreciation Week (first week in May) – Recognizes the contributions of teachers.

Children’s Mental Health Day (Thursday of the first full week of May) – Raises awareness about the importance of children’s mental health and show that positive mental health is essential to a child’s healthy development.

International Bereaved Mother’s Day (first Sunday in May) – Honors and remember mothers who have lost a child.

International Family Equality Day (first Sunday in May) – Celebrates the diversity of LGBTQ+ families around the world.

Air Quality Awareness Week (first full week in May) – Highlights resources that increase air quality awareness and encourages people to take action and incorporate air quality knowledge into their daily living.

North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (first full week in May) – Raises awareness about occupational safety, health, and the environment (OSH&E) to avoid workplace injuries and illnesses.

World Ovarian Cancer Awareness Day (May 8) – Highlights the issue of ovarian cancer around the globe. 

World Press Freedom Day (May 8) – Serves as a reminder of the need to respect commitment to press freedom. It is also a day of reflection among media professionals about issues of press freedom and professional ethics. 

Free The Pill Day (May 9) – Calls attention to the barriers people still face in accessing the birth control pill and demonstrates the widespread support for bringing the pill over the counter in the United States.

World Lupus Day (May 10) – Creates greater awareness and understanding of lupus, provide education and services to people living with the disease, and advocate on their behalf.

Child Care Provider Appreciation Day (Friday before Mother’s Day) – Recognizes the contributions of child care providers, teachers and other educators of young children.

Mamas Day (aka Mother’s Day) – Highlights the fight for the rights, recognition and resources our mamas and families deserve.

Skilled Nursing Care Week (week of Mother’s Day) – Highlights the individuals who reside, work, and volunteer in nursing centers while adhering to infection control requirements.

Food Allergy Awareness Week (second week in May) – Highlights the importance of diagnosing food allergies. 

Period Poverty Awareness Week (second week in May) – Draws attention to the issue of period poverty and the negative impact it has on menstruating people.

Substance Abuse Prevention Week (second week in May) – Showcases the work of communities and organizations across the country dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance use prevention and positive mental health.

Stuttering Awareness Week (second week in May) – Encouraging the public to learn more about stuttering and how speech-language pathologists (SLPs) support confident communication.

Women’s Health Week (second week in May) – Empowers women to make health a priority by educating women on what steps to take to improve their health and health outcomes.

Women’s Check-Up Day (first day of Women’s Health Week) – Encourages women to schedule and receive checkups from their healthcare provider, and to promote regular checkups as tool for early detection against illnesses.

National Receptionists Day (second Wednesday in May) – Recognizes the contributions of office receptionists. 

Fibromyalgia Awareness Day (May 12) – Raises awareness for fibromyalgia, including symptoms, causes, and treatment.

International Day of Plant Health (May 12) – Raises global awareness on how protecting plant health can help end hunger, reduce poverty, protect biodiversity and the environment, and boost economic development.

Mental Health Provider Appreciation Day (May 12) – Recognizes the contributions of mental health providers.

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome International Awareness Day (May 12) – Highlights the needs of people experiencing substantial disabilities that affects daily activities and is accompanied by profound fatigue that is not relieved by rest.

Day Without Child Care (May 13) – Day of action to raise awareness and demand funding for affordable, equitable child care. 

Food Allergy Awareness Week (third week in May) – Raises awareness about food allergies and anaphylaxis.

International Day of Families (May 15) – Reflects the importance the international community attaches to families.

International Day of Living Together in Peace (May 16) – Aims to uphold the desire to live and act together, united in differences and diversity, in order to build a sustainable world of peace. 

Anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka (May 17) – Commemorates the 1954 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional.

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (May 17) – Raises awareness of the violence and discrimination experienced by gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people.

World Hypertension Day (May 17) – Raises awareness for the importance of monitoring blood pressure and managing high blood pressure (hypertension). 

HIV Vaccine Awareness Day (May 18) – Raises awareness of preventive HIV vaccine research as well as encourage individuals to participate in clinical trials.

Agender Pride Day (May 19) – Promotes awareness of agender individuals.

Asian & Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (May 19) –  Raises awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS in Asians and Pacific Islander communities in the United States.

Hepatitis Testing Day (May 19) – Raise awareness of hepatitis B and hepatitis C and to encourage more individuals to learn their status.

World Day for Cultural Diversity (May 21) – Promotes of diversity and intercultural dialogue.

Discovery of the Clotilda (May 22) – Recognizes the Alabama Historical Commission announcement that the wreckage of the Clotilda, the last known ship to bring enslaved Africans to the U.S., had been found.

World Preeclampsia Day (May 22) – Raises awareness about preeclampsia as a life-threatening complication of pregnancy.

Pansexual Visibility Day (May 24) – Promotes visibility and awareness of pansexual and panromantic identities.

Bike to Work Week (third week in May) – Promotes the bicycle as an option for commuting to work.

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (third Thursday in May) – Focuses on digital access and inclusion for people living with disabilities or impairments.

Africa Day (May 25) – Commemorates the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) on this day in 1963.

International Missing Children’s Day (May 25) – Remembers missing children and raises awareness about child abduction.

World Thyroid Day (May 25) – Educates on the importance of the thyroid to health, and promotes awareness of thyroid conditions and their symptoms. 

International Day of Action for Women’s Health (May 28) – Coordinated by the Women’s Global Network for Reproductive Rights (WGNRR). Recognizes significant gaps in the research data on women’s health and brings a call to action for advocacy for sexual and reproductive rights as an indivisible and inalienable part of our human rights.

International Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28) – Builds awareness of the menstruation challenges women and girls worldwide face.

World Hunger Day (May 28) – Highlights the critical importance of access to education, healthcare and technology in ending hunger.

World Digestive Health Day (May 29) – Raises awareness of digestive health. 

Give OUT Day (May 30) – Annual giving event for the LGBTQ community.

World Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Day (May 30) – Challenges social barriers that leave people affected by MS. 

World No Tobacco Day (May 31) – Raises awareness on the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use.

Memorial Day (last Monday in May) – Recognizes the commitment of members of the United States’ military services, and honors those who lost their lives while defending their country.

Senior Health & Fitness Day (last Wednesday in May) – Encourages senior adults to participate in physical activities. 

Heat Awareness Day (last Friday in May) – Raises awareness of health dangers related to extreme heat, and encourage people to take precautions to stay safe during hot weather.

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Acne Awareness Month – Highlights learning about the causes, treatments, and ways to prevent acne. 

Adult Sex Education Month – Encourages adults to learn about and prioritize sexual health and well-being.

Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month – Highlights brain health and raises awareness of the needs of individuals battling Alzheimer’s.

Black Music Month – Recognizes Black artists and their influence in American music.

Congenital Cytomegalovirus Awareness Month – Highlights congenital cytomegalovirus, the most common infectious cause of birth defects in the United States. 

Great Outdoors Month – Encourage people to reconnect with nature, spend quality time with family and friends outdoors.

Gun Violence Awareness Month – A commitment to supporting services that enhance intervention and prevention initiatives to greater support individuals and communities plagued by gun violence.

Employee Wellness Month – Recognizes the importance of employee health and wellness in the workplace, and encourages employers to take steps to improve the health and wellbeing of their exployees. 

Fresh Fruits & Vegetables Month – Celebrate the many health benefits of eating fruits and vegetables. 

Healthy Homes Month – Raises awareness of housing-related health hazards, lead poisoning prevention, and the overall principles of a healthy home, especially for low-income populations.

Home Ownership Month – Highlights the vital role homeownership plays in building strong communities and empowering individuals and families across the nation. 

Migraine and Headache Awareness Month – Raises awareness about the impact migraines and headaches can have on people’s lives.

Immigrant Heritage Month – Celebrates diversity and shared American heritage of the immigrant community.

Internet Safety Month – Empowers individuals and organizations to own their role in protecting their part of cyberspace.

Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy Awareness Month – Raises awareness of Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP).

Pet Preparedness Month – A reminder for pet owners to include their pets in their emergency plans.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month – Raises awareness of PTSD treatment for individuals—whether they are Veterans or civilian survivors of sexual assault, serious accidents, natural disasters, or other traumatic events.

Pride Month – Celebrates the diversity of the LGBTQ community to promote awareness, education, diversity, and tolerance.

Safety Month – An annual observance to help keep each other safe from the workplace to anyplace.

Scoliosis Awareness Month – Raises awareness of scoliosis, a spine condition that causes the spine to curve abnormally to the side. 

Soul Food Month – Highlights the history and traditions of soul food. 

World Infertility Awareness Month – Increases awareness regarding numerous infertility issues faced by couples worldwide.

Vitiligo Awareness Month – Promotes education about vitiligo, advocate for research into its causes and treatment, and support those who are living with vitiligo.

Global Parents Day (June 1) – Recognizes parents worldwide.

Say Something Nice Day (June 1) – An opportunity to encourage everyone today nice things.

Infertility Day (June 1) – Recognizes and supports those struggling with infertility.

CPR and AED Awareness Week (June 1-7) – Highlights how lives can be saved if more Americans know CPR and how to use an AED.

American Indian Citizenship Day (June 2) – The anniversary of the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 (U.S.) which granted citizenship to all Native Americans born in the U.S. 

I Love My Dentist Day (June 2) – Recognizes the contributions of dentists.

International Sex Workers Rights Day (June 2) – Highlights the importance of support and protections for sex workers.

World Bike Day (June 3) – Highlights the benefits of using the bicycle as a simple, affordable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transportation.

International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression (June 4) – Raises awareness about the pain suffered by children who are victims of physical, mental, and emotional abuse, and reaffirms the United Nations’ commitment to protecting children’s rights (established by the UN General Assembly on August 19, 1982.)

HIV Long-Term Survivors Day (June 5) – Honors long-term survivors of the AIDS epidemic and commemorates the anniversary of the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report documenting the first five cases of AIDS.

World Environment Day (June 5) – Encouraging awareness and action for the protection of the environment.

Higher Education Day (June 6) – Champions the accessibility of Higher Education.

International Home Birth Day (June 6) – Highlights the work of dedicated home birth doulas and midwives; promotes the right of families to choose a home birth.

World Transplant Day (June 6) – Recognizes the importance of organ donation and to honor the people who have received transplants or are waiting for one.

Nikki Giovanni’s Birthday(June 7) – Celebrates the birthday of Nikki Giovanni, American poet, writer, commentator, activist and educator.

Tourettes Awareness Day (June 7) – Educates the public about Tourette Syndrome (TS), reduce stigma, and support people with the condition.

World Food Safety Day (June 7) – Draws attention and inspires action to help prevent, detect and manage food-borne risks, contributing to food security, human health, economic prosperity, agriculture, market access, tourism and sustainable development.

Gun Violence Awareness Day (first Friday in June) – Honors victims and survivors of gun violence.

Cancer Survivors Day (first Sunday in June) – Celebrates cancer survivors. Also brings attention to the ongoing challenges of cancer survivorship, cancer research, and legislation to improve cancer survivors’ quality of life.

QTBIPOC Pride Week (first week in June) – Celebrates the diversity of queer and transgender communities of color.

Best Friends Day – Celebrates the bond between best friends. 

Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (June 8) – Provides Americans of Caribbean descent with resources, HIV/AIDS health education, evaluation, and opportunities to become more involved in the fight against HIV/AIDS in their communities.

World Brain Tumor Day (June 8) – Raises awareness about brain tumors. 

World Oceans Day (June 8) – Highlights the importance of the world’s oceans. 

Reproductive Justice Day for Immigrant Justice (June 10) – Led by All Above All. Acknowledges that real abortion justice cannot be achieved without immigrant justice.

International Day of Play (June 11) – Helps ensure that every child thrives and reaches their potential through the power of play.

Neuropathy Action Awareness Day ( June 11) – Educates the public about symptoms, treatments, and the impact of neuropathy on individuals’ lives. 

Anniversary of Loving vs. Virginia (June 12) – Commemorates the 1967 U.S. Supreme Court decision, legalizing interracial marriage. 

Children’s Day (June 12) – Celebrates children.

Pulse Night of Remembrance (June 12) – Recognizes the 49 people who lost their lives in the Pulse nightclub shooting.

World Day Against Child Labor (June 12) – Raises awareness and activism to prevent child labor. 

Abused Women and Children’s Awareness Day (second Saturday in June) – Raises awareness of and support for abused women and children. 

Family Health & Fitness Day (second Saturday in June) – Promotes the importance of parks and recreation in keeping communities healthy.

World Blood Donor Day (June 14) – Raises awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors.

Business Etiquette Week (second week in June) – Highlights proper etiquette can improve interpersonal and intercultural communication. 

Community Health Improvement Week (second week in June) – Recognizes the important role hospitals, health systems and communities have in advancing health and well-being.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15) – Provides an opportunity for communities worldwide to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons.

Autistic Pride Day (June 18) – Recognizes the importance of pride for autistic people.  

International Day for Countering Hate Speech (June 18) – Commemorates the launch of the United Nations’ Strategy and Plan of Action on Hate Speech in 2019. 

International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict (June 19) – Raises awareness of the need to put an end to conflict-related sexual violence.

Juneteenth (June 19) – Celebrating the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.

World Sickle Cell Day (June 19) – Increase public knowledge and an understanding of sickle cell disease, and the challenges experienced by patients and their families and caregivers.

Black Family Cancer Awareness Week (week of Juneteenth) – Aims to marshal community-based stakeholders to build knowledge surrounding cancer clinical trial participation and minority population specimen donations to national genomic databases for cancer research.

World Refugee Day (June 20) – Dedicated to raising awareness of situations that refugees face throughout the world.

Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) – Recognizes and celebrates the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis Indigenous peoples of Canada.

International Day of Yoga ( June 21) – Recognizes yoga as is a physical, mental and spiritual practice originated in ancient India.

Anniversary of the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization  (June 22) – U.S. Supreme Court decision that overruled both Roe v. Wade (1973) and Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992), ruling that Constitution does not guarantee the right to an abortion, returning to individual states the power to regulate abortion access. 

International Widows Day (June 23) – Addresses the poverty and injustice faced by millions of widows and their dependents.

United Nations Public Service Day (June 23) – Highlights the role of public service in global development.  

World Allergy Week (June 23-29) – Raise awareness of the impact of allergic diseases.

Anniversary of the 1982 Garment Workers Strike (June 24) – Commemorates the two-week strike organized by Chinese immigrant women in New York’s Chinatown; the strike secured better wages, benefits, and working conditions for garment workers, demonstrating the power of collective action and organizing for marginalized workers.

International Day of Women in Diplomacy (June 24) – Honors the invaluable contributions of women diplomats.

Relationship Equity Day (June 24) – Promotes the idea that relationships should be fair and balanced, and that everyone’s gifts should be used to help the relationship and family; aims to eliminate gender inequity in relationships. 

Trans* Day of Action (June 25) – A day for transgender and gender non-conforming communities and allies to endorse a call to action for justice.

Black Researchers Week (third week in June) – Shares lessons learned and words of wisdom with current and emerging Black researchers in STEM, Public Health, Trauma-Informed and Educational research disciplines.

Cervical Screening Awareness Week (third week in June) – Highlights the importance of regular cervical screening.

Anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges (June 26)- Commemorates the 2015 Supreme Court ruling that legalized same-sex marriage.

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (June 26) – Raises awareness to strengthen action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse. 

International Day in Support of Victims of Torture (June 26) – Encourages the global community to speak out against the crimes of torture and to honor and support victims and survivors. 

National HIV Testing Day (June 27) – Encourages people to become more proactive in protecting their health and their health of their loved ones by voluntarily getting tested to learn of their HIV status. On this day, many HIV testing sites offer free testing and use several HIV tests, including rapid HIV testing.

National PTSD Awareness Day ( June 27) – Raises awareness of causes of PTSD and how to support those who experience PTSD.

Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots (June 28) – Commemorates the 1969 riots in New York City that was served as the impetus of the LGBTQ rights movement.

Insurance Awareness Day (June 28) – remember the importance of insurance and how it can provide financial security and peace of mind.

Social Media Day (June 30) – Celebrates the impact of social media on communication and culture worldwide. 

Work from Home Day (last Thursday in June) – Highlights the technological and cultural evolutions that allow employees to be productive from home and anywhere in the world.  

Black Mama Creatives Week (last week in June) – Highlights how Black mamas use creative practices to parent and to share their art with the world.

Deaf-Blind Awareness Week (last week in June) – Recognizes of the achievements and capabilities of people who are deaf and blind.

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BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month – Brings awareness to the unique mental health needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness & Prevention Month – Raises awareness and improve understanding of orofacial clefts (clefts of the lip and palate) and other head and facial conditions in infants.

Cord Blood Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the benefits of saving cord blood for the treatment of over 80 life-threatening diseases including cerebral palsy, autism, ​spinal cord injury, and diabetes.

Disability Pride Month – Promotes visibility and mainstream awareness of people living with disabilities.

Family Reunion Month – Highlights family reunions as a way for families to reconnect, celebrate love and connect with loved ones.

Fibroid Awareness Month – Raises awareness of fibroids, noncancerous growths that can appear on the uterus and interfere with fertility.

Good Care Month – Recognizes the contributions of social care workers throughout the United Kingdom.

Healthy Vision Month – Raises awareness about the importance of eye health.

Herbal and Prescription Interaction Awareness Month – Educates consumers about how herbal supplements can interact with prescription medications, which can have harmful effects. 

HIV Awareness Month – Highlights the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the U.S. in order to create broad-scale public awareness, end HIV stigma and discrimination, and engage communities and lawmakers in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

International Group B Strep Awareness Month – Raises awareness about the group B strep disease in babies during pregnancy through infancy.

Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month – Raises awareness about juvenile arthritis (JA) and other childhood rheumatic diseases.

Parks & Recreation Month – Recognizes the importance of parks and recreation in building strong communities. 

Plastic Free July – Provides resources and ideas to reduce single-use plastic waste.

Sarcoma Awareness Month – Raises awareness about sarcomas, a rare type of cancer that forms in the bones or soft tissues of the body. 

Social Wellness Month – Raises awareness of the importance of social support and to encourage people to nurture their relationships.

South Asian Heritage Month (July 18 – August 17) – Recognizes South Asian history and culture.

UV Safety Awareness Month – Highlights UV as the root cause of most skin cancers and encourages the public to take precautions.

Baby-Led Weaning Day (July 1) – Supports parents in training babies to transition from spoon-feeding to self-feeding.

Bereaved Parents Awareness Month – Supports parents who have experienced the loss of a child.

Financial Freedom Day (July 1) – Highlights the importance of savings, investments, and passive income.

Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1965 (July 2) – Commemorates the landmark U.S. civil rights and labor law outlawing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.

Sylvia Rivera’s Birthday (July 2) – Celebrates the birthday of Silvia Rivera, Puerto Rican American transgender activist most known as one of the inciters of the 1969 Stonewall Riots in New York City.

World Kissing Day (July 6) – Celebrates the pleasure and significance of kissing. 

Global Forgiveness Day (July 7) – Encourages people to forgive themselves and others, and to reflect on the healing power of forgiveness. 

Love Your Skin Day (July 8) – Encourages creating and assessing a skincare routine to address skincare needs.

World Allergy Day (July 8) – Raises awareness about allergies and their impact.

Mary McLeod Bethune’s Birthday (July 10) – Celebrates the birthday of Mary McLeod Bethune, American educator, philanthropist, humanitarian, womanist, civil rights activist, and founder of the National Council for Negro Women and Bethune-Cookman University.

Panic Awareness Day (July 10) – Raises awareness for and reduces stigma about panic attacks; increases understanding of how to recognize panic attacks.

World Population Day (July 11) – Focuses attention on the urgency and importance of population issues.

Malala Day (July 12) – Celebrates the birthday of Malala Yousafzai, Pakistani activist for girls’ education and the youngest Nobel Peace Prize recipient; brings attention to the fact that lots of children, especially girls, aren’t able to go to school.

Anniversary of the 1970 Lincoln Hospital Takeover (July 14) – Commemorates the takeover of Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, New York, by the Young Lords, a radical Puerto Rican organization, that drew attention to the inadequate healthcare conditions in the South Bronx. The takeover lead to one of the first patient’s bill of rights and contributed to improvements in healthcare access and services. 

Non-Binary People’s Day (July 14) – Raises awareness for and organize around issues faced by non-binary people around the world.

Nude Day (July 14) – Celebrates self-love and embracing the nude body.

World Youth Skills Day (July 15) – Encourage youth to celebrate the value of acquiring skills like building, making, and creating as a way to achieve personal success and fulfillment.

Public Health Tracking Awareness Week (second week in July) – Highlights unique data tracking tools, and the network of people and partners and their contributions that lead to public health action that create healthier communities.

Therapeutic Recreation Week (second week in July) – Raises awareness about the importance of therapeutic recreation programs and services for people with disabilities or illnesses. 

Ida B. Wells-Barnett’s Birthday (July 16) – Celebrated the birthday of Ida B. Well-Barnett, pioneering Black journalist, women’s rights activist, and one of the founders of the NAACP.

International Drag Day (July 16) – Celebrates drag culture and the contributions of drag artists.

Zero HIV Stigma Day (July 21) – Raises awareness about HIV stigma and how to reduce HIV stigma.

World Brain Day (July 22) – Promotes brain health.

Parents Day (July 23) – Celebrates and recognizes the significant roles and contribution of parents.

Women Touched by Addiction Day (July 23) – Raises awareness about the unique challenges women face with addiction.

Cousins Day (July 24) – Celebrates and recognizes the significant roles of cousins.

International Self Care Day (July 24) – Promotes self care as a vital foundation for health.

Black Maternal Mental Health Week (third week in July) – Highlights unique challenges and solutions for supporting prenatal and postpartum Black pregnancy experiences.

Black American Hepatitis C Action Day (July 25) – Draws attention to the disproportionately high rates of hepatitis C among Black Americans.

Hire a Veteran Day (July 25) – Recognizes the invaluable experiences of veterans who have returned to civilian life and how hiring veterans can enhance the workplace.

World Drowning Prevention Day (July 25) – Promotes life-saving preventions and swimming education.

World IVF Day (July 25) – Celebrates the scientific advancements in the field of reproductive medicine and infertility.

Aunties and Uncles Day (July 26) – Celebrates and recognizes the significant roles of aunts and uncles.

Disability Independence Day (July 26) – Commemorates the July 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Founding of the American Indian Movement (July 28) – Commemorates the founding of the American Indian Movement (AIM), a grassroots movement founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota; initially centered in urban areas in order to address systemic issues of poverty, discrimination, and police brutality against Native And Indigenous Americans. Women of All Red Nations (W.A.R.N.) was founded in 1974, developing out of a group of women supporting AIM.

World Hepatitis Day (July 28) – Raises awareness of Hepatitis B and C illness and prevention efforts through testing and treatment.

World Nature Conservation Day (July 28) – Highlights the need for preserving the environment for future generations.

System Administrator Appreciation Day (July 29)- Shows appreciation for the work of systems admins and other IT workers. 

International Day of Friendship (July 30) – Promotes peace and understanding between different cultures and people through the power of friendship.

Support Public Education Day (July 30) – Celebrates and recognize the value of public education. 

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (July 30) – Raises awareness of human trafficking and promotes the rights of its victims.

Orgasm Day (July 31) – Celebrates sexual climax and raises awareness about sexual health issues.

Intern Day (fourth Thursday in July) – Celebrates the significant contributions of interns; highlights challenges that interns and entry-level candidates face in the workforce.

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American Artist Appreciation Month – Celebrates the richness of American artistic tradition and the work of artists who inspire, inform, and question the world. 

Back to School Month – Helps parents, students, and teachers prepare for the new academic year.

Black August – Commemorates Black freedom fighters and political prisoners and highlights Black resistance against racial oppression.

Black Business Month – Honors the contributions of local, regional and national Black-owned businesses.

Black Philanthropy Month – A global celebration and concerted campaign to elevate African-descent giving.

Breastfeeding Month – Highlights how breastfeeding supports nutrition and global health.

Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month – Educates families on the importance of early access to eye care and healthy vision.

Civic Health Month – Showcases the strengthening relationship between health care, healthy communities, and civic participation.

Family Fun Month – A reminder for families to take a break and have some carefree playtime before kids return to school schedules.

Hair Loss Awareness Month – Educates people about hair loss, its causes, effects, and treatment options. 

Hip Hop Recognition Month – Celebrates the birth of Hip Hop music, and its musical contributions of the genre.

Immunization Awareness Month – Encourage communities increase their immunization efforts and to promote the benefits of immunization, particularly for children and adolescents.

International Peace Month – Promotes peace, understanding, and cooperation between nations and communities.

Make A Will Month – Annual reminder to create or update a will and testament; promotes the benefits of creating a will to carry our final wishes and to reduce burdens on loved ones. 

Minority Donor Awareness Month – Provides education about organ and tissue donation and transplantation, encourage donor registration & family conversations about donation, and promote healthy living and disease prevention to decrease the need for transplantation.

Psoriasis Action Month – Supports research efforts to develop new treatments and increase understanding to help diminish the stigma that is often associated with psoriasis. 

Wellness Month – Focuses on holistic well-being. 

Summer Sun Safety Month – Raises awareness about how to protect your skin and eyes from the sun. 

South Asian Heritage Month (July 18 – August 17) – Recognizes South Asian history and culture.

Girlfriends Day (August 1) – Celebrates relationships between women.

Henrietta Lacks’ Birthday (August 1) – Celebrates the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks, whose cancer cells are the source of the HeLa cell line, the first immortalized human cell line and one of the most important cell lines in medical research.

International Childfree Day (August 1) – Recognizes and celebrates the choice to not have children.

Muslim Women’s Rights Day (August 1) – Elevates Muslim women’s representation and to amplify their voices and stories.

Respect for Parents Day (August 1) – Recognizes the significant roles and contribution of parents in a child’s life as well as in building a healthy society.

Sisters Day (August 1) – Celebrates the relationships of sisters.

World Lung Cancer Day (August 1) – Raises awareness about lung cancer, reduces stigma, and emphasize the importance of early detection and research. 

World Wide Web Day (August 1) – Commemorates the creation of the World Wide Web (WWW) and its societal impact. 

Cleanse Your Skin Week (August 1-7) – Raises awareness to the importance of facial skin cleansing.

WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7) – Supports the work of Women, Infant, and Children programs (WIC) in providing nutrition screening and education, specific supplemental foods, breastfeeding support, and referrals. 

World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7) – Highlights how breastfeeding aids in improving nutrition, and global health; encourages counseling on lactation and various alternatives to providing breast milk to babies (i.e. pumping).

Single Working Women’s Day (August 4) – Recognizes the contributions of single working women to society and their communities.

Bloggers Day (August 5) – Celebrates blogging as a form of expression.

Twins Day (August 5) – Celebrates identical and fraternal twins.

Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (August 6) – Outlawed discriminatory voting practices adopted in many southern states after the Civil War, including literacy tests as a prerequisite to voting.

Farmers Market Week (first week in August) – Highlights the vital role farmers markets play in U.S. food systems. 

Sisters Day (first Sunday in August) – Celebrates sisters.

Digital Nomad Day (August 8) – Celebrates the merits and the lives of those who make the world their office.

Book Lovers Day (August 9)-  Celebrates the love of books and reading.

Co-Working Day (August 9) – Highlights the concept of coworking around the world.

World’s Indigenous Peoples Day (August 9) – Promotes and protects the rights of the world’s indigenous population, and also recognizes the achievements and contributions that indigenous people make to global world issues.

Vloggers Day (August 10) – Celebrates vlogging as a form of expression.

Daughters and Sons Day (August 11) – Celebrates the relationships between parents and their sons and daughters.

Hip Hop Day (August 11)-  Celebrates the birth of Hip Hop.

International Youth Day (August 12) – Celebrates youth leadership and raises awareness around the importance of meaningful youth representation and intergenerational collaboration in global decision-making spaces.

Middle Child Day (August 12) – Celebrates middle siblings.

World Organ Donation Day (August 13) – Raises awareness about the importance of organ donation.

Financial Awareness Day (August 14) – Dedicated to financial future planning and building financial stability.

Health Center Week (second week in August) – Enhances the visibility and profile of community health centers, and generates community pride and build support for the health centers program.

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week (second week in August) – Highlights Indigenous breastfeeding and chest-feeding experiences.

Safe & Sound Week (second week in August) – Recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs.

Baby Boomers Recognition Day (August 17) – Celebrates individuals born between 1946 – 1964.

Nonprofit Day (August 17) – Recognizing the significant contributions of local, national and international nonprofits.

Couples Day (August 18) – Celebrates couples.

Ratification of the 19th Amendment (August 18th) – Commemorates the 19th amendment granting U.S. women the right to vote in 1920.

World Humanitarian Day (August 19) – Recognize aid workers who have sacrificed their own lives to help people affected by global crises.

World Photography Day (August 19) – Celebrates the art of photography and its history. 

Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (August 20) – Calls attention to the disproportionate number of people living with HIV in the southern region of the U.S.

Elders Day (August 21) – Increases awareness of the factors and issues that affect older adults, such as health deterioration and elder abuse.

International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism (August 21) – Remembers the victims of global terrorism.

World Entrepreneurs’ Day (August 21) – Celebrates entrepreneurs globally; highlights entrepreneurship’s role in innovation, job creation, and economic growth. 

World Senior Citizens Day (August 21) – Recognizes the contributions of older people to society, and to raise awareness of issues that affect them. 

International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief (August 22) – Remembers the victims who have died from religion-based violence.

Rainbow Baby Day (August 22) – Acknowledges individuals, couples, and families who’ve experience pregnancy or infant loss and went on to welcome another baby.

Military Lactation Celebration (August 22-24) – Highlights and supports breastfeeding among military families.

Health Unit Coordinators Day (August 23) – Recognizes the contributions of health unit coordinators. 

International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition (August 23) – Provides an opportunity for collective recognition and focus on the historic causes, the methods and the consequences of slavery.

Marsha P. Johnson’s Birthday (August 24) – Celebrates the life and legacy of Marsha P. Johnson, LGBTQ+ rights activist, performer, and self-identified drag queen; credited as one of the pioneers of the LGBTQ+ rights movement in the U.S.

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week (third week in August) – Highlights how breastfeeding aids in improving nutrition and health for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander parents and their babies.

Contact Lens Health Week (third week in August) – Increases public awareness and promote healthy contact lens wear and care.

Faith HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (August 25) – Recognizes the role of faith communities in the fight against HIV/AIDS. 

Young Parents Day (August 25) – Recognizes that young parents and their families deserve dignity, tangible support, and recognition as important members of all communities.

Black Breastfeeding Week (August 25-31) – Highlights how breastfeeding aids in improving nutrition and health for Black mothers and their babies.

Women’s Equality Day (August 26) – Recognizes that, in 1971, women in the United States were given the right to vote in 1878 (19th Amendment), and also calls attention to women’s continuing efforts toward full equality.

Give 8/28 (August 28) – A giving day dedicated to grassroots, Black nonprofits.

Community Health Worker Week (August 28 – September 1) – Raises awareness of the role that community health workers (CHWs) play in the healthcare system. 

Faith HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (August 29) – Engages faith communities to work together for HIV/AIDS education, prevention, treatment, care and support, and to reduce and eliminate stigma and discrimination.

Grief Awareness Day (August 30) – Dedicated to raising awareness about how we cope with grief, how you can help others cope, and ways to raise awareness and end the stigmas many people have about those that are grieving.

International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances (August 30) – Raises awareness of enforced disappearances as a global form of terror.

International Day for People of African Descent (August 31) – Honors the contribution of the African diaspora.

International Overdose Awareness Day (August 31) – Dedicated to ending drug overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind.

World Distance Learning Day (August 31) – Embraces the learning that takes place outside of the physical classroom.

Black Feminist Week of Action – (last week in August) – Led by the Homegirl Box, a week to highlight major contributions of Black feminists.

World Water Week (last week in August) – Addresses global water development and sustainability issues.

College Colors Day (Friday before Labor Day (U.S.)) – Encourages students to show their college spirit by wearing their school colors and apparel.

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Alopecia Awareness Month – Highlights issues related to the hair condition alopecia. 

Baby Safety Month – Encourages parents and retailers to brush up on baby-proof safety standards and tips.

Blood Cancer Awareness Month – Raises awareness about blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. 

Childhood Cancer Month – Raises awareness of childhood cancers and supports the children and families affected by them. 

Childhood Obesity Awareness Month – Raises awareness about childhood obesity prevention.

Cholesterol Education Month – Raise awareness about the importance of cholesterol levels and heart health. 

Classical Music Month – Recognizes the history of classical music.

Company Culture Month – Raises awareness about company culture and explores engaging and inclusive ways to improve company culture.

Deaf Awareness Month – Celebrates the rich cultural history of the Deaf community.

Disease Literacy Month – Supports educating people about diagnoses and their treatments and available services. 

Fall Prevention & Safety Month – Raises awareness about the risk of falls and how to prevent them. 

Fruits and Veggies Month – Raises awareness about the health benefits of eating fruits and vegetables. 

Food Safety Education Month – Brings attention on food safety measures and educating others about preventing food poisoning.

Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month – Raises awareness of gynecologic cancers; provides information about risk factors, warning signs, and prevention strategies.

Healthy Aging Month – Brings attention on the positive aspects and unique needs of growing older.

Hunger Action Month – Encourages spreading the word and taking action on the hunger crisis — and dedicate ourselves to a solution.

Infant Mortality Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the high rates of infant deaths, particularly in communities of color, through education, policy, and support.

International Update Your Resume Month – Encourages job seekers to review and update their resumes. 

Latinx Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) – Recognizes the history, traditions, contributions and advancements made by Hispanic/Latino Americans.

Library Card Sign-Up Month – Encourages individuals to sign up for their local community’s library cards.

Life Insurance Awareness Month – Educates about the importance of life insurance and how it can help protect loved ones financially; encourages reevaluating existing policy.

Literacy Month – Recognizes the importance of literacy and the power of reading and writing; reflects on how literacy impacts everyday life. 

Menopause Awareness Month – Raises awareness of menopause and the support options available for improving health and well being. 

Neonatal Intensive Care Awareness Month – Honors the families and health professionals who care for critically ill infants in the NICU. 

Newborn Screening Awareness Month – Encourages testing newborns for serious but treatable conditions that might not be noticeable at birth. 

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month – Raises awareness about ovarian cancer, promotes early detection, and supports research and care for those affected by this disease. 

Pain Awareness Month – Highlights pain management, treatment options, and the impact of chronic pain on individuals and families.

Pleasure Your Partner Month – Focuses on prioritizing intimacy and communication around sexual satisfaction. 

Preparedness Month – Raises awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time.

Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month – Raises awareness of PF, a lung disease that causes scarring and can make breathing difficult.

Recovery Month – Educates Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance use disorder to live a healthy and rewarding life.

School Success Month – A time to focus on setting goals and promoting positive beginnings for the new school year. 

Self Care Awareness Month – Focuses on holistic well-being; encourages engaging in activities that promote their overall health and wellness. 

Sex Positive September – Focuses on experiencing pleasure along with respecting sexual boundaries.

Sexual Health & Freedom Month – Encourages open discussions about sexuality, and highlighting the importance of sexual health care.

Sickle Cell Month – Recognizes the perseverance of patients living with sickle cell disease (SCD) and to recommit ourselves to improving the quality of life and health outcomes for all individuals living with SCD.

Skincare Awareness Month – Highlights the importance developing healthy skincare habits. 

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month – Raises awareness, advocate for change and celebrate the achievements of those living with SCI.

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Raises awareness and shift public perception to destigmatize talking about suicide and to prevent suicides.

Whole Grains Month – Opportunity to learn about the health benefits of whole grains and how to incorporate them into your diet.

World Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Month – Helps improve the lives of those affected by PCOS and to help them to overcome their symptoms as well as prevent and reduce their risks for life-threatening related conditions. 

Voter Registration Month – Encourages voter participation and increases awareness about state requirements and deadlines for voting. National Voter Registration Day is September 23rd.

Yoga Awareness Month – Highlights the physical and mental benefits of yoga, and the origins of yoga.

Community Health Worker Week (August 28 – September 1) – Raises awareness of the role that community health workers (CHWs) play in the healthcare system. 

Acne Positivity Day (September 1) – Dedicated to promoting self-acceptance and body positivity regarding acne, encouraging people to embrace their skin regardless of breakouts. 

Day of Action in Support of Abortion Access (September 1) – A day to mobilize abortion rights supporters in states across the U.S. Led by progressive organizations including the ACLU, the Center for Reproductive Rights, and Planned Parenthood.

Day of Forgiveness (September 1) – Recognizes how forgiveness can be a powerful tool for healing, improving mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health. 

Crime Prevention Week (September 1-7) -Raises awareness about crime prevention and encourage individuals, families, and communities to take action against crime.

World Sexual Health Day (September 4) – Raises awareness of sexual health as a fundamental dimension of health and wellbeing and to recognize sexual rights as human rights.

International Day of Charity (September 5) – Celebrates the act of charity; date chosen to commemorate the anniversary of the passing away of Mother Teresa of Calcutta.

International Day of Clean Air ( September 7) – Raise awareness and encourages action to address air pollution. 

Labor Day (first Monday in September) – Celebrates the social and economic achievements of American workers. 

Workplace Lactation Week (first week of September) – Raises awareness about the importance of supporting breastfeeding mothers in the workplace; highlights the crucial role employers play in providing lactation accommodations for their employees and promote policies and practices that enable lactating parents to continue breastfeeding while working.

International Literacy Day (September 8) – Raises awareness and concern for literacy problems that exist globally.

World Physical Therapy Day (September 8) – Recognizes the contributions of physical therapists. African Immigrants and Refugee HIV and Hepatitis Awareness Day

African Immigrants and Refugee HIV and Hepatitis Awareness Day (September 9) – Raises awareness of the needs of African immigrants and refugees living in the United States in relation to HIV and hepatitis. 

International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day (Sepetmber 9) – Raises awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and prevention.

World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10) – Highlights research, prevention campaigns, and education on the causes of suicide and to remember loved ones who are victims to suicide.

Anniversary of the Passage of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) (September 13) – Recognizes the passing of Title IV, sec. 40001-40703 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, which provides federal funding towards investigation and persecution of violent crimes against women.

Food is Medicine Day (September 14) – Raises awareness of barriers to healthy food access for under-resourced individuals and families. 

Sex Workers Pride Day (September 14) – Celebrates and shares stories of sex workers’ self-determination and the achievements of the sex worker rights movement.

Neonatal Nurses Day  (September 15) – Recognizes the contributions of neonatal nurses and APRNs.

Online Learning Day (September 15) – Highlights the growing impact of online learning platforms and resources, and to encourage individuals to explore new opportunities and methods of learning.

World Afro Day (September 15) – Global day of celebration and liberation of Afro hair and identity.

Assisted Living Week (second week in September) – Honors the role of assisted living communities in caring for seniors and people with disabilities. 

Folic Acid Awareness Week (second week in September) – Highlights the Centers for Disease Control and the U.S. Public Health Service’s recommendation that all women between the ages of 15 and 45 consume 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid daily to prevent two types of neural tube defects, spina bifida and anencephal.

HBCU Week (second week in September) – Celebrates the impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and encourages high-school seniors to apply for and enroll in HBCUs.

Suicide Prevention Week (second week in September) – Highlights research, prevention campaigns, and education on the causes of suicide and to remember loved ones who are victims to suicide.

Neonatal Nurses Week (second Saturday in September) – Recognizes the contributions of neonatal nurses and APRNs.

World First Aid Day (second Saturday in September) – Raises awareness about the importance of first aid. 

Global Female /Internal Condom Day (September 16) – Aims to increase the number of women, men, trans people, and youth who know about, use, and advocate for female condoms.

Step Families Day (September 16) – Recognizes step-family households.

Voter Registration Day (September 16) – Encourages voter participation and increases awareness about state requirements and deadlines for voting.

Working Parents Day ( September 16) – Appreciates all the working parents out there who not only work a full-time job but also care for children, the household, and themselves.

Bisexual Awareness Week (September 16-23) – Celebrates bisexuality and raising awareness of the bisexual community. 

IT Professionals Day (September 17) – Recognizes the contributions of IT professionals. 

World Patient Safety Day (September 17) – Calls for global solidarity and concerted action to improve patient safety.

Equity Schools Day (September 18) – Promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in the school communities.

HIV/AIDS & Aging Awareness Day (September 18) – Focuses on the challenging issues facing the aging population with regards to HIV prevention, testing, care and treatment.

International Equal Pay Day (September 18) – Highlights efforts towards the achievement of equal pay for work of equal value.

Vulva Awareness Day (September 18) – Raises awareness and encourages open discussion about the vulva, its functions, and common health issues that can affect it. 

International Day of Peace (September 21) – Devoted to commemorating and strengthening global peace.

World Alzheimer’s Day (September 21) – Raises awareness and reduce the stigma around Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. 

American Business Women’s Day (September 22) – Honors the accomplishments of American businesswomen.

Fall Prevention Awareness Day (September 22) – Raise awareness about fall prevention and fall-related injuries, especially among older adults. 

Global Walk the Talk (September 22) – A physical activity event organized by the World Health Organization (WHO); encourages people worldwide to participate in walking, running, or jogging to promote physical and mental health.

International Bisexuality Day (September 23) – Highlights the history, culture, community, and current policy priorities of bisexual communities.

International Day of Sign Languages (September 23) – Raises awareness of the importance of sign language in the full realization of the human rights of people who are deaf.

Diaper Need Awareness Week (third week in September) – Raises awareness about diaper need and its impact on U.S. families.

Farm Safety and Health Week (third week in September) – Raises awareness about the safety and health of people working agriculture. 

Malnutrition Awareness Week (third week in September) – Raises awareness about the causes, symptoms, and prevention of malnutrition. 

Rehabilitation Awareness Week (third week in September) – Recognizes the contributions of rehabilitation professionals. 

Get Ready Day (third Tuesday of September) – Highlights the importance of emergency preparedness.

World Clean-Up Day (third Saturday in September) – Encourages cleaning up litter and mismanaged waste from beaches, rivers, forests, and streets.

Psychotherapy Day (September 25) – Raises awareness about the benefits of therapy, reducing stigma surrounding mental health treatment, and highlighting the important work done by therapists.

World Daughters Day (September 25) – Celebrates daughters.

World Contraception Day (September 26) – A worldwide campaign to improve awareness of all contraceptive methods available and to enable young people to make informed choices on their sexual and reproductive health.

Gloria Anzaldúa’s Birthday (September 26) – Celebrates the birthday of Gloria Anzaldúa’s, American scholar of Chicana feminism, cultural theory, and queer theory.

Mesothelioma Awareness Day (September 26) – Raises awareness of mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer, and its link to asbestos exposure. 

World Environmental Health Day (September 26) – Highlights the important work of environmental health.

World Tourism Day (September 27) – Highlights tourism’s impact on the planet and opportunities to grow more sustainably.

Anniversary of FDA approval of Mifepristone (September 28) – Recognizes the approval of Mifespristone (the medical form of abortion) by the United States Food and Drug Administration. Commonly referred to as RU-486.

Good Neighbor Day (September 28) – Recognizes the importance of being a good neighbor and building community. 

International Safe Abortion Day (September 28) – Recognizes the actions that individuals, organizations and governments worldwide are taking to defend, protect and fulfill women’s right to accessible, safe and legal abortion.

Let Freedom Read Day (during Banned Books Week; typically September 28) – Encourages taking action to help defend books from censorship and to stand up for the library staff, educators, writers, publishers, and booksellers who make them available.

World Heart Day (September 29) – Raises awareness about cardiovascular disease and highlights the actions that individuals can take to prevent and control CVD.

Anniversary of the Passage of the Hyde Amendment (September 30) – U.S. legislation that has blocked federal Medicaid funding for abortion services since 1976.

International Translation Day (September 30) – Highlights the work of translators and language professionals in helping others clearly and smoothly communicate in international circles.

Banned Books Week (last week in September) – Highlights the importance of free access to information and the freedom to express ideas; draws attention to the harms of censorship.

Bisexual Awareness Week (last week in September) – Amplifies the voices of bisexual adults and youth, highlights the need for more awareness on the issues bisexual youth face, and celebrate bisexual pride.

Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy (last week in September) – Brings people of all identities and backgrounds together to spark action towards creating a just, multiracial democracy.

RJ Week of Action (Last week in September) – Led by In Our Own Voice: National Black Women’s Reproductive Justice Agenda. Educates Black communities on how to speak to elected representatives about access to abortion care and comprehensive sex education makes Black women less safe.

Women’s Health and Fitness Day (Last week in September) – Highlights the importance of health and fitness for women and to promote health awareness.

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ADHD Awareness Month – Highlights the experiences of people with ADHD, and celebrates the unique stories and perspectives of the ADHD community.

American Pharmacists Month – Recognizes the contributions of American pharmacists.

Books Month – Celebrates and focuses on the importance of reading, writing and literature.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Increases awareness of breast cancer by providing information on the importance of early detection and prevention, treatment, and finding a cure.

Bullying Prevention Month – Raises awareness on bullying through new resources, campaigns, and efforts aimed at bringing awareness to the issue of bullying.

Children’s Health Month – Highlights unique health issues that occur in childhood and adolescence.

Clergy Appreciation Month – Recognizes the contributions of clergy and religious workers.

Creole Heritage Month – Celebrates Creole culture, languages and history.

Crime Prevention Month – Encourages collaboration between government agencies, law enforcement, schools, businesses, and civic groups to combat crime. 

Customer Appreciation Month – Recognizes the role customers play in a business’s success and to foster loyalty. 

Cybersecurity Awareness Month – Highlights protection against online threats to technology and confidential data breaches.

Dental Hygiene Month – Raises awareness about the importance of oral health and dental hygiene.

Depression Awareness Month – Raises awareness about depression, its symptoms and treatment options; reduces the stigma associated with this mental health condition.

Disability Employment Awareness Month – Commemorates the many and varied contributions of people with disabilities to America’s workplaces and economy.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month – Raises awareness of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking and provides information and assistance for battered individuals.

Down Syndrome Awareness Month – Highlights the unique needs of people living with Down Syndrome.

Dyslexia Awareness Month – Raises awareness around the significant educational implications of dyslexia.

Eczema Awareness Month – Raises awareness about eczema, a common skin condition that causes inflammation, itching, and rashes.

Estate Planning Awareness Month – Encourages planning for the future, creating or updating estate plans. 

Filipino American Heritage Month – Celebrates the history and contributions of Filipino Americans.

Global Diversity Awareness Month – Celebrates all the ways different ethnicities, cultures, heritages, experiences, abilities, and other attributes contribute to more dynamic, innovative, and efficient workplaces.

Gullah Geechee Heritage Month – Honors the Gullah Geechee people, descendants of enslaved Africans who worked on plantations in the lower Atlantic coast in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Hate Crimes Awareness Month – Alerts the public, advocates, policymakers and politicians to rising trend of hate crimes.

Health Literacy Month – Recognizes the importance of making health information easy to understand and the health care system easier to navigate.

Hoodoo Heritage Month – Celebrates the African American spiritual practice that honors ancestors and connects people to their heritage.

Information Literacy Month – Raises awareness for and support information literacy, the ability to seek, find, and decipher information, necessary for research and life decision-making.

International Month of the Girl (OctobHER) – Dedicated to bringing together girls, thought leaders, partner organizations and allies to celebrate girls and address the critical issues that continue to hinder progress towards gender equality.

Islamic Heritage Month – Celebrates the history and heritage of Muslim communities.

Kink Month – Celebrates and destigmatizes unconventional sexual practices, fantasies, or concepts.

Learning Disabilities Awareness Month – Recognize the more than 70 million people in the United States who have learning and thinking differences.

Let’s Talk Month – Emphasizes the importance of young people and the adults they trust regarding talking about sex.

LGBTQ History Month – Raises awareness of LGBTQ history, increases the importance of role models, and highlights the LGBTQ community’s important national and international contributions.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month – Raises awareness of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), miscarriage, and infant deaths.

Protect Your Hearing Month – Raises awareness about hearing health.

Physical Therapy Month – Raises awareness about physical therapy and shows appreciation for physical therapists, PT assistants, and PT students.

Spina Bifida Awareness Month – Raises awareness about Spina bifida, a condition that affects the spine and is usually apparent at birth.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month – Encourages safe infant sleep and help raise awareness about ways to reduce the risk of SIDS.

Ultrasound Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the role of diagnostic medical sonographers in healthcare and the many uses of medical ultrasound.

World Menopause Awareness Month – Raises awareness about menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing.

Latinx Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15)- Recognizes the history, traditions, contributions and advancements made by Hispanic/Latino Americans.

Diversity Day (October 1) – Celebrates diversity and encourages learning and embracing different cultures and ideologies.

Hair Day (October 1) – Recognizes the people, products, tools, and styles that help keep hair healthy and looking its best.

International Day of Older Persons (October 1) – Celebrates elders.

International Day of Non-Violence (October 2) – Observed on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.

World Oxygen Day (October 2) – Recognizes the importance of oxygen therapy; raises awareness about the challenges people face accessing oxygen.

World Habitat Day (October 3) – Highlights the growing inequality and challenges in cities and human settlements.

Sisters in Spirit Day to Honor the Lives of MMIWG (October 4) – Raises awareness about missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls in Canada.

World Teachers Day (October 5) – Highlights the contributions of teachers.

World Cerebral Palsy Day (October 6) – Highlights Cerebral Palsy, the most common physical disability affecting children.

World Habitat Day (October 7) – Recognizes the importance of shelter and the right of everyone to adequate housing.

International Babywearing Week (first week in October) – Celebrates, promotes, and advocates for the benefits of babywearing.

Mental Illness Awareness Week (first week in October) – Raises the voices of people with lived experience to talk about serious mental illnesses (SMI) and the need for improved crisis response and mental health care.

Midwifery Week (first week in October) – Recognizes the contributions of midwives.

Primary Care Week (first week in October) – Celebrates the importance of primary care in the healthcare system.

Children’s Health Day (first Monday in October) – Recognizes the care and guidance children need to grow strong and healthy.

Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding (Tuesday during Mental Illness Awareness Week) – Brings together mental illness networks and faith leaders to work together to recognize and prepare for how faith communities can support people living with serious mental illnesses (SMI).

International Lesbian Day (October 8) – Celebrates lesbian history, diversity and culture.

Children’s Environmental Health Day (October 10) – Raises awareness about the environmental health issues that children face and to encourage action to create safer, healthier environments for children.

Depression Screening Day (October 10) – Helps individuals and communities access depression screenings in order to make an informed depression diagnosis.

World Mental Health Day (October 10) – Raises awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.

World Sight Day (October 10) – Raises awareness of vision impairment and blindness, and promotes eye and vision care.

Black Girl Day Off (October 11) – Encourages Black women to take a mental day off to focus on emotional well-being.

Coming Out Day (October 11) – Supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and more people who choose to disclose their sexual identity.

International Day of the Girl (October 11) – Highlights the advancements made in improving the lives of girls.

Día de la Raza (October 12) – Recognizes the cultural fusion of indigenous America and Spanish heritage.

Herpes Awareness Day (October 13) –  Raises awareness around the causes, risks, and treatment of different types of herpes infections, particularly genital herpes.

Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day (October 13) – A day for highlighting the need for more awareness and research on metastatic breast cancer.

International Infection Prevention Week (October 13-19) – Raises awareness of the importance of infection prevention and control.

Women’s Blood Pressure Awareness Week (October 13-19) – Raises awareness about high blood pressure (hypertension) in women and improving their health outcomes related to it.

Case Management Week (second week in October) – Recognizes the contributions of case managers.

Menstrual Equity Week (second week in October) – Led by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health; focuses on key menstrual health issues and recent policy developments, along with opportunities for action.

Midwifery Week (second week in October) – Celebrates and recognizes midwives and midwife-led care.

Public Health Equity Week (second week in October) – Led by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health; dedicated to moving the needle forward on promoting and supporting health equity and ending health disparities for all populations.

Indigenous People’s Day (second Monday in October) – Reimagines Columbus Day and changes a celebration of colonialism into an opportunity to reveal historical truths about the genocide and oppression of indigenous peoples in the Americas, to organize against current injustices, and to celebrate indigenous resistance.

Children’s Environmental Health Day (second Thursday in October) – Increases the visibility of children’s environmental health issues while empowering individuals and organizations to take action on behalf of children.

World Sight Day (second Thursday in October) – Raises awareness about preventable blindness and help people who are visually impaired.

Period Action Day (second Saturday in October) – A day to take action against period poverty and stigma, and to celebrate the ongoing work of menstrual equity activists around the world.

World Hospice and Palliative Care Day (second Saturday in October) – Recognizes the importance of palliative care and end-of-life care; raises awareness of the needs of people with serious illnesses.

Clergy Appreciation Day (second Sunday in October) – Recognizes the contributions of clergy and religious workers.

Global Handwashing Day (October 15) – An International handwashing promotion campaign to motivate and mobilize people around the world to improve their handwashing habits.

International Day of Rural Women (October 15) – Dedicated to women living in remote, rural places and celebrates the achievements and contributions of these women towards rural development and agriculture.

Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (October 15) – Increases awareness of the effects of AIDS in the Latinx community. Encourages HIV testing and to push for support from public officials and religious leaders.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day (October 15) – Day of remembrance for pregnancy loss and infant death, which includes, but not limited to, miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, and the death of a newborn.

Anniversary of the Opening of the First U.S. Birth Control Clinic (October 16) – Opened in Brooklyn, NY, in 1916 by nurses Margaret Sanger, her sister Ethel Byrne, and volunteer Fania Mindell.

World Allergy Day (October 16) – Educates the general public on the importance of managing allergies.

World Food Day (October 16) – Commemorates the date of the founding of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 1945.

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (October 17) – Acknowledges the efforts and needs of people living in poverty. 

World Menopause Day (October 18) – Raises awareness and education about menopause.

Eldest Child Day (October 20) – Celebrates eldest siblings.

Day of Action Against Police Brutality (October 22) – Committed to continuing the movement to end racist police brutality.

International Stuttering Awareness Day (October 22) – Raises awareness of the challenges faced by people who stutter.

Day of Action to End Violence Against Women Living with HIV (October 23) – Advocates for the end the systemic violence that makes women and people of trans experience living with HIV more vulnerable to intimate partner violence. 

United Nations Day (October 24) – Marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter.

Global Media and Information Literacy Week (October 24 – 31) – Raises awareness and celebrate the progress achieved towards Media and Information Literacy for all.

Health Education Week (third week in October) – Led by the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE); focuses on increasing national awareness of major public health issues and promoting a better understanding of the role of health education.

Healthcare Quality Week (third week in October) – Celebrates the contributions professionals have made in the field and bringing greater awareness to the profession of healthcare quality.

International Infection Prevention Week (third week in October) – Educates the general public on the importance of preventing the spread of illnesses.

International Pronouns Day (third Wednesday in October) – Worldwide observance aimed to make asking, sharing, and respecting personal pronouns commonplace.

Health Education Week (third week in October) – Raises awareness of public health issues and the role of health education.

Invisible Disabilities Week (third week in October) – Educates communities about invisible disabilities. Invisible disabilities include chronic pain, fatigue, dizziness, cognitive dysfunctions, brain injuries, learning differences and mental health disorders, as well as hearing and vision impairments.

Safe Schools Week (third week in October) – Motivates key education and law enforcement policymakers as well as students, parents and community residents to advocate for school safety.

Love Your Body Day (third Wednesday in October) – Champions challenging toxic beauty standards.

Respiratory Care Week (third Friday in October) – Highlights the role of respiratory therapists in healthcare; raises awareness of respiratory conditions, and lung health.

Mammography Day (third Friday in October) – A day for encouraging women to make an appointment for a mammogram, a key tool in detecting breast cancer early, when it’s most treatable.

Day of Abortion Storytelling (October 25) – Led by We Testify. Supports the act of sharing abortion stories to raise awareness about reproductive choice.

International Intersex Awareness Day (October 26) – Highlights human rights issues faced by intersex people.

National Mentoring Day (October 27) – Celebrates the act of mentoring. 

International Day of Care and Support (October 29) – Recognizes the importance of care and support; encourages investment in the care economy.

Día de los Muertos (October 31 – November 2, depending on locality) – Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration.

World Cities Day (31st) – Promotes sustainable urban development and cooperation among countries.

ACE Week (fourth week in October) – Formally Asexual Awareness Week. An international campaign dedicated to raising awareness and expanding education of asexuality.

Global Health Equity Week (fourth week in October) – Celebrates the power of information and technology to improve access to healthcare for all communities.

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Adoption Month – Promotes awareness of the need for adoptive families for children in foster care.

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month – Raises awareness of Alzheimer’s Disease and supporting those impacted.

American Diabetes Month – Brings attention to diabetes and diabetes management.

Care at Home Month – Celebrates and supports a variety of in-home care services, including home health care, hospice care, palliative care, and private duty home care.

Caregivers Month – Raises awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers.

Career Development Month – Encourages students and employees to focus on their future career choices.

Child Safety & Protection Month – Educate parents, families, and friends on how to keep children safe and how to react to emergencies. 

Children & Teens’ Grief Awareness Month – Dedicated to addressing the unique needs of grieving children and youth.

College Application Month – Highlights the accomplishments of students submitting applications for college admissions.

Entrepreneurs Month – Recognizes entrepreneurs who create jobs, innovate, and support their communities.

Epilepsy Awareness Month – Raises awareness of epilepsy and supporting those impacted.

Family Caregivers Month – Honors and recognizes family caregivers. 

Family Stories Month – Highlights family traditions and ancestral stories.  

Gratitude Month – Encourages embracing the power of gratitude. 

Healthy Skin Month – Focuses on keeping the body’s largest organ – skin – healthy as well as understanding how to treat and prevent common skin problems.

Hip Hop History Month – Recognizes Hip Hop’s widespread cultural impact over the last 45 years — and chronicles the genesis, rise and evolution of hip-hop as a social and musical movement.

Homeless Youth Awareness Month – Raises awareness of the issues involving homeless and runaway youth by increasing and encouraging the role of the community in preventing and ending youth homelessness.

Homelessness Awareness Month – Brings attention to the struggles of people experiencing homelessness.

Hospice Palliative Care Month – Highlights hospice and palliative care.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month – Raises awareness of lung cancer, treatment and prevention.

Native American Heritage Month – Recognizes the history, traditions, contributions and advancements made by Native and Indigenous Americans.

Prematurity Awareness Month – Raises awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide.

Scholarship Month – Highlights the accomplishments of students submitting scholarship applications for college admissions.

Trans* Awareness Month – Celebrates, honors, and stands up for transgender and gender diverse communities.

Veterans and Military Families Month – Honors and recognizes the unique sacrifices and challenges family members make in support of their loved ones in the military.

World Vegan Month – Celebrates the benefits of veganism.

Youth HOPE Month – Formally Runaway Youth Month; highlights the challenges faced by runaway and homeless youth.

Día de los Muertos (October 31 – November 2, depending on locality) – Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration.

Authors Day (November 1) – Celebrates authors and their work.

Extra Mile Day (November 1) – Recognizes people and organizations that go the extra mile to create positive change in their communities.

Family Literacy Day (November 1) – An opportunity for families to learn and read together.

World Vegan Day (November 1) – Highlight the benefits of veganism. 

World Fertility Day (November 2) – Raises awareness for the 48.5 million individuals and couples living with fertility issues and infertility worldwide.

One Health Day (November 3) – A global campaign that celebrates and brings attention to the need for a One Health approach to address shared health threats at the human-animal-environment interface.

Sex Toy Day ( November 4) – Celebrates and educates about the use of sex toys for pleasure.

Stay-at-Home Parents Day (November 4) – Highlights the contributions of stay at home parents. 

Palliative and Advanced Care Week (first week in November) – Raise awareness about the importance of palliative care and advance care planning, focusing on improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses by managing symptoms and supporting their families through coordinated care.

Election Day (first Tuesday in November) – Day held for general elections of federal, state and local public officials in the U.S.

International Stress Awareness Day (first Wednesday in November) – Aims to identify and reduce everyday life stress factors.

Trans* Parents Day (first Sunday in November) – Celebrates the life and the love between transgender parents and their children.

First Generation College Students Day (November 8) – Honors the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965 in the U.S.

Intersex Solidarity Day (November 8) – Highlights issues faced by intersex people. Also known as Intersex Day of Remembrance.

World Adoption Day (November 9) -Raises awareness and support for people affected by adoption, and to encourage adoptees to share their stories.

Nurse Practitioners Week (November 10-16) – Recognizes the contributions of nurse practitioners.

Veterans Day (November 11) – Honors military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

World Kindness Day (November 13) – Celebrates and promotes doing good deeds.

Trans* Awareness Week (November 13-19) – Raises the visibility of transgender and gender non-conforming people, and address the issues the community faces.

World Diabetes Day (November 14) – The world’s largest diabetes awareness campaign.

American Education Week (second week in November) – Celebrates U.S. public schools.

Home Care Aide Week (second week in November) – Recognizes the contributions of home care aides, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals who help patients with serious illnesses recover at home.

International Week of Science and Peace (second week in November) – Promotes the role of science in fostering peace and development.

Nurse Practitioner Week (second week in November) – Recognizes the contributions of nurse practitioners.

Solidarity Week (second week in November) – A student-powered campaign dedicated to building collective support for LGBTQ+ students and educators, and help people learn about and practice solidarity with different identities.

Philanthropy Day ( November 15 )- Recognizes the great contributions of philanthropy—and those people active in the philanthropic community. 

Young Entrepreneurs Day (November 15) – Teaches young people how to start, own, and operate a business.

Educational Support Professionals Day (November 16) – Highlights the contributions of Education Support Professionals. 

International Survivors of Suicide Day (November 17) – Dedicated to those who have survived a suicide attempt or who have lost a loved one to suicide. 

Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action (November 17) – Global movement to eliminate cervical cancer.

World Prematurity Day (November 17) – Raises awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide.

Adoption Day (November 18) – Collective national effort to raise awareness of more than 100,000 children in foster care waiting for permanent and loving families.

Injury Prevention Day (November 18) – Raise awareness about the injury and violence prevention.

World Antibiotic Awareness Week (November 18 – 24)- Raises awareness of the threat of antibiotic resistance and the importance of appropriate antibiotic use.

Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (November 19) – Celebrates the contributions and successes of women entrepreneurs.

World Toilet Day (November 19) – Highlights the 3.6 billion people globally who live in homes and communities without access to toilets and safe sanitation systems to effectively remove human waste.

Transgender Day of Remembrance (November 20) – Raises public awareness of hate crimes against transgender women and men, and also honors the lives of trans people who have lost their lives due to hate crimes.

World Children’s Day (November 20) – Promotes international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare.

Children’s Grief Day (November 21) – Highlights the need for more awareness of the unique needs of grieving children.

Black Entrepreneurship Day (November 22) – Celebrates Black business and entrepreneurship.

Home Care Week (third week in November) – Celebrates and supports a variety of in-home care services.

Hospice Week (third week in November) – Celebrates hospice care and raises awareness of its benefits.

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (third week in November) – Draws attention to the problems of hunger and homelessness.

International Fraud Awareness Week (third week in November) – Raises awareness of fraud through fraud prevention campaigns and education.

World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (third week in November) – Raises awareness and understanding of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and promote best practices to reduce the spread of drug-resistant infections.

Entrepreneurs Day (third Tuesday in November) – Celebrates entrepreneurs. 

Educational Support Professionals Day (third Wednesday in November) – Recognizes the contributions of education support staff. 

Thanks, Birth Control Day (third Wednesday in November) –  A social media campaign highlighting how contraception has modernized the world, and asks everyone to publicly support birth control and all that it makes possible for individuals and society.

Children’s Grief Awareness Day (third Thursday in November) – Raises awareness of the needs of grieving children — and of the benefits they obtain through the support of others. 

Great American Smoke-Out  (third Thursday of November) – Each year during the Great American Smoke-Out, the American Cancer Society promotes local and nationwide activities that focus in a light-hearted way on the benefits of not smoking.

Rural Health Day (third Thursday in November) – Recognizes the efforts of rural communities, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders in addressing the unique healthcare challenges of rural America.

Parental Involvement Day (third Thursday in November) – Highlights parental and guardian involvement in education. 

Use Less Stuff Day (third Thursday in November) – Raises awareness about home clutter.

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (third Saturday in November) – A day for those affected by suicide to come together for healing and support.

Public Health Thank You Day (Monday during Thanksgiving Week) – Recognizes public health professionals who work tirelessly every day to protect the health of all people and all communities.

Family Health History Day (Thanksgiving Day) – Encourages families to gather to discuss family health history, specifically any occurrence of colorectal cancer.

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (November 25) – Raises public awareness and the need for increased political resources for preventing and ending all forms of violence against women and girls.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (November 25 – December 10) – Raises awareness about gender-based violence as a human rights issues, strengthen local work around gender-based violence prevention, and highlights the link between local and international work to end gender-based violence.

Native American Heritage Day (Friday after Thanksgiving Day) – Celebrated the traditions, languages and stories of Native American and Alaska Native communities . 

World Psychodermatology Day (November 26) – Highlights psychodermatology, the treatment of skin disorders using psychological and psychiatric techniques by addressing the interaction between mind and skin.

World Sustainable Transportation Day (November 26) – Highlights advances in making transportation safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. 

International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (November 29) – Encourages global community to support Palestinian people. 

Small Business Saturday (Saturday after Thanksgiving) – Encourages people to shop at small businesses in their communities. 

Stay Home Because You’re Well Day (November 30) – A day to take a break from work to rest and recuperate, even if you are feeling well.

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Gift of Sight Month – Highlights the importance of vision and the impact of restoring or protecting it

Giving Month – Prioritizes giving gifts to loved ones and to charity. 

Impaired Driving Prevention Month – Raises awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and to develop strategies for getting home safely. 

Safe Toys and Gifts Month – Focuses on creating a happy, healthy, and safe gift-giving experience during the holidays.

Spiritual Literacy Month – Encourages people to read sacred texts and books about spirituality, faith, or religion. 

Stress-Free Family Holidays Month – Focuses on reducing holiday stress and holding space for feelings of loneliness and grief over the loss of loved ones. 

Universal Human Rights Month – Recognizes the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a milestone document that proclaimed the inalienable rights which everyone is inherently entitled to as a human being — regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. It is the most translated document in the world, available in more than 500 languages.

Giving Tuesday (Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States) – Encourages people to give back in whatever ways they can.

Write a Business Plan Month – Encourages aspiring business owners to write a business plan.

Prisoners for Peace Day (December 1) – Shows solidarity with people who are imprisoned for their work for peace. 

Women Support Women Day (December 1) – Recognizes the progress made toward empowering women in the workplace. 

World AIDS Day (December 1) – Raises awareness of the devastating impact of AIDS worldwide caused by the alarming rates of HIV infection.

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery (December 2) – Focuses on eradicating contemporary forms of slavery, such as trafficking in persons, sexual exploitation, the worst forms of child labor, forced marriage, and the forced recruitment of children for use in armed conflict.

Special Education Day (December 2) – Commemorates the signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1975. 

World Computer Literacy Day (December 2) – Encourages the development and use of technological skills, especially in children and women.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3) – Promotes the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development, and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.

Extraordinary Work Team Recognition Day (December 4) – Highlights the importance of collaboration, synergy, and dedication that teams bring to the workplace. 

World Wildlife Conservation Day (December 4) – Raises awareness about the importance of protecting the world’s endangered species and their habitats. 

International Volunteer Day (December 5) – Recognizes and promotes the importance of volunteering.

Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women (December 6) – Remembers those who have experienced gender-based violence and those lost.

Flu Vaccination Week (first week in December) – Serves as a reminder for everyone 6 months and older to get a flu vaccine.

Grief Awareness Week (first week in December) – Raises awareness about grief and loss.

Hand Washing Awareness Week (first week in December) – Educate individuals on the proper technique for hand washing and the importance of maintaining hand hygiene.

Inclusive Schools Week (first week in December) – Celebrates the progress that schools have made in providing a supportive and quality education to an increasingly diverse student population, including students who are marginalized due to disability, gender, socio-economic status, cultural heritage, language preference, and other factors.

Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (first week in December) – Raises awareness of the many resources available to older drivers and their families to promote safety behind the wheel. 

Pansexual and Panromantic Pride Day (December 8) – Celebrates the strides taken by the pansexual and panromantic community to be accepted and understood.

International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of Genocide (December 9) – Established by the UN General Assembly in 2015 to commemorate the adoption of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide. 

International Human Rights Day (December 10) – Recognizes the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

App Day (December 11) – Recognizes the impact of apps on our lives. 

Universal Health Coverage Day (December 12) – Marks the anniversary of the United Nations’ historic and unanimous endorsement of universal health coverage in 2012.

Energy Conservation Day (December 14) – Promotes energy conservation and sustainable practices. 

International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers (December 17) – Sponsored by the Sex Workers Outreach Project, this day brings together sex workers and their allies to remember those who have died due to violence, and renew the commitment in the on-going struggle for empowerment, visibility, and rights for all sex workers.

Arabic Language Day (December 18) – Commemorates the United Nations General Assembly adopted Arabic as its sixth official language in 1973. 

International Migrants Day (December 18) – Recognizes the important contributions of the migrant community while highlighting the challenges they face.

Twins Day (December 18) – Honors the unique bond between twins. 

Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day (December 21) – Remembers people who have died while experiencing homelessness. 

International Human Solidarity Day (December 20) – Promotes of the culture of solidarity, unity and the spirit of sharing. 

Madam C.J. Walker’s Birthday (December 23) – Celebrates the birthday of Madam C.J. Walker (born Sarah Breedlove), widely recognized as the first self-made female millionaire in the U.S.

Kwanzaa (December 26 – January 1) – Black American and pan-African seven-day cultural holiday that celebrates family and community.

International Day of Epidemic Preparedness (December 27 ) – Called for by the United Nations General Assembly to advocate the importance of the prevention of, preparedness for and partnership against epidemics.

Call a Friend Day (December 28) – Encourages reconnecting again with friends to bridge the communication gap. 

Universal Hour of Peace (December 31) – A day created as a step toward a war-free world. Observed from 11:30 p.m. December 31st to 12:30 a.m. January 1st.

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