Events & Awareness Days
What’s On: Events & Awareness Days You Won’t Want to Miss
Stay up to date with key dates, awareness days, and community events to engage with and celebrate what matters, all year round.
A UN observance to recognize girls' rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world, promoting their empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.
An annual civil awareness day for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people to celebrate coming out.
A week dedicated to raising awareness of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), correcting misconceptions, and promoting effective treatment.
A UK-wide celebration of fine chocolate, involving events, tastings, and promotions to showcase quality chocolate products.
A week dedicated to raising awareness of dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder), promoting support, and celebrating the skills of those affected.
A week dedicated to promoting the joy of baking, encouraging people to get into the kitchen and bake something to share.
A day dedicated to raising awareness of arthritis and rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, promoting early diagnosis and treatment.
A UN observance to raise awareness about the importance of reducing exposure to disasters and managing the risks faced by people and communities globally.
A global awareness day encouraging the proper disposal and recycling of electronic waste.
A global observance to promote conflict resolution, mediation, and arbitration as alternatives to violence and litigation.
A global campaign dedicated to raising awareness of handwashing with soap as a key way to prevent diseases and save lives.
An annual observance encouraging millions of people to wear purple to show support for LGBTQ youth and take a stand against bullying.
A national day encouraging people to wear red and donate to Show Racism the Red Card, an anti-racism education charity.
A day celebrated worldwide to commemorate the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, focusing on global food security and tackling hunger.
A UN observance dedicated to raising awareness about the need to eradicate poverty and destitution in all countries, emphasizing the dignity of people living in poverty.
A day in the UK to raise awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery and encourage government, law enforcement, and businesses to take action.
An annual event to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and well-being.
An annual observance seeking to make respecting and sharing personal pronouns commonplace.
A day dedicated to raising public awareness of stuttering/stammering and advocating for equal rights and opportunities for people who stammer.
A global day encouraging people to think about their deepest values and use them to make a positive difference in the world.
A major fundraising event for Breast Cancer Now, encouraging people to wear pink and raise money for breast cancer research and support.
Marks the anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter in 1945, celebrating the organization's work in promoting peace, development, and human rights globally.
The date marking when clocks go back one hour in the UK and daylight saving time ends, returning the country to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
A campaign to celebrate community gardening and improvement, particularly focused on floral displays and lighting in public spaces.
A day to raise visibility and awareness about intersex people, human rights issues, and challenges faced by the community.