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SUMMARY:Dignity Action Month
DESCRIPTION:Dignity Action Day has now become Dignity Action Month\, and is an annual observance dedicated to promoting and upholding the principles of dignity and respect in the delivery of care services\, particularly in healthcare and social care settings. The month serves as a reminder of the importance of treating every individual with #Compassion\, understanding\, and respect\, regardless of their age\, health condition\, or personal circumstances. \nThis year’s theme – 3 Little Deeds -Spread kindness\, respect and compassion – promote Dignity.\nDignity Action Month is an annual opportunity for health and social care workers\, and members of the public to uphold people’s rights to dignity and provide a truly memorable day for people who use care services. \nDignity Action Month aims to ensure people who use care services are treated as individuals and are given choice\, control and a sense of purpose in their daily lives. \n#DignityActionMonth #DignityActionDay #Dignity #DignifiedCare \nSource: https://www.dignityincare.org.uk/Dignity-in-Care-events/Dignity_Action_Day/ \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/dignity-care-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260203
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SUMMARY:National Sickie Day
DESCRIPTION:Statistically\, in the UK\, the first Monday in February is the day most likely for employees to call in sick – and has subsequently been coined ‘National Sickie Day.’ \nOne of the reasons is the first payday since Christmas\, “meaning people have been out celebrating all weekend with a particularly heavy one”. \nSince physical illness is a much more socially acceptable reason for taking the day off work\, many people use this as a reason instead of telling their boss that they are struggling with mental health issues. But taking a mental health day certainly is an acceptable reason to call off from work. \nMany people find that taking one day of sick leave for stress or mental health  can save a great deal of sick time that might be taken later in the year if those pressures build into something worse. So don’t be afraid to call off work every now and then. Especially on National Sickie Day! \n  \n#MentalHealth #GoodWellbeing #MondayMotivation #Mental Health \n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-sickie-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
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SUMMARY:World Cancer Day
DESCRIPTION:World Cancer Day is held every year on the 4th of February\, and it aims to raise international awareness concerning all types of cancer\, those who suffer from it\, and prevention and treatment. \nCreated in 2000\, World Cancer Day has grown into a positive movement for everyone\, everywhere to unite under one voice to face one of our greatest challenges in history. \nEach year\, hundreds of activities and events take place around the world\, gathering communities\, organisations and individuals in schools\, businesses\, hospitals\, marketplaces\, parks\, community halls\, places of worship – in the streets and online – acting as a powerful reminder that we all have a role to play in reducing the global impact of cancer. \nThe World Cancer Day theme 2025-2027\, “United by Unique” places people at the centre of care and explores new ways of making a difference.    \nCancer is more than just a medical diagnosis—it’s a deeply personal matter. Behind every diagnosis lies a unique human story – stories of grief\, pain\, healing\, resilience\, love and more.  \nThat’s why a people-centred approach to cancer care that fully integrates each individual’s unique needs\, with compassion and empathy\, leads to the best health outcomes.  \nEvery experience with cancer is unique and it will take all of us\, united\, to create a world where we look beyond the disease and see the person before the patient. A world where the needs of people and communities are at the centre of health systems. \n#WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique #CancerAwareness #CancerResearch #CancerCare \nSource: https://www.worldcancerday.org/about-us  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-cancer-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
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SUMMARY:Mind - Time to Talk Day
DESCRIPTION:The 5th February 2026 is Time to Talk Day\, which is about creating supportive communities with family\, friends\, or colleagues about mental health. \nTime to Talk Day is an annual awareness day held at the beginning of February each year. It’s a day for us all to start a conversation about mental health. Talking about mental health isn’t easy. But a conversation has the power to change lives. \nTime to Talk Day is run by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness\, in partnership with the Co-op. \n\nOne in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem in any given year.\nWe want everyone to feel comfortable talking about mental health – whenever they like.\nTalking about mental health helps to create supportive communities where we can talk openly about mental health and feel empowered to seek help when we need it.\nOpening up the conversation about mental health problems is important – by talking about it\, we can support ourselves and others.\n\n#MindCharity #TimeToTalkDay #MentalHealth #TimeToTalk \n\nSource: Time to Talk Day – Mind
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/mind-time-to-talk-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
CREATED:20220111T103036Z
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SUMMARY:International Day of Women and Girls in Science
DESCRIPTION:Today the 11th February marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! \nThis day was established in order to achieve full and equal access to and participation in\, science for women and girls\, and further achieve gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. \nDid you know?\n\nWomen are typically given smaller research grants than their male colleagues and\, while they represent 33.3% of all researchers\, only 12% of members of national science academies are women.\nIn cutting edge fields such as artificial intelligence\, only one in five professionals (22%) is a woman.\nDespite a shortage of skills in most of the technological fields driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution\, women still account for only 28% of engineering graduates and 40% of graduates in computer science and informatics\nFemale researchers tend to have shorter\, less well-paid careers. Their work is underrepresented in high-profile journals and they are often passed over for promotions.\n\nSource: https://www.un.org/en/observances/women-and-girls-in-science-day
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day
DESCRIPTION:February 14th is Valentine’s Day\, which was originally a Christian feast day in honour of St. Valentine\, however in contemporary culture it’s more so a day that celebrates our loved ones but also our lost loved ones & the memories we’ve made with them.  \nWhether you’re celebrating romantic love for your partner\, platonic love for a friend\, or familial love for a member of your family\, we hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!\n \n#ValentinesDay #CelebrateLove \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/valentines-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
CREATED:20220207T134820Z
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SUMMARY:Random Acts of Kindness Day
DESCRIPTION:Today 17th February is all about spreading kindness\, as it’s Random Acts of Kindness Day!  \nThere are so many things you can do to contribute to making the world a kinder place. It doesn’t have to be large\, and it can even be something for yourself\, like taking time out to visit your favourite spot.  \nStuck for ideas? Check out the kindness ideas from the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation for inspiration. The aim of #RAKDay is to make kindness the norm\, spread goodwill and consideration of others\, and remind people that these are worthwhile aims.\n \n#MakeKindnessTheNorm #RAKDay #KindnessMatters #RandomActsofKindnessDay \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/random-acts-of-kindness-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
CREATED:20240124T121058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T123105Z
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SUMMARY:National Love Your Pet Day
DESCRIPTION:On February 20th\, we celebrate National Love Your Pet Day\, a day to embrace one special trait that makes us human: our love of our pets! There are many things that differentiate humans from the rest of the Animal Kingdom\, but one of the more unusual behaviours is our longstanding tendency to keep other animals as pets. \nAccording to a UK Pet Food report\, 16.2 million (57%) of UK households reported owning a pet in January 2023\, accounting for about 38 million pets total throughout the country. It only makes sense to commemorate something that’s so important to so many people\, so on February 20th\, we celebrate our pets with National Love Your Pet Day! \nPets have been a part of human life for thousands of years. Ever since we’ve made our first steps into civilisation\, animals have been right there alongside us. And look at those faces! Who could blame us? \nNobody really knows exactly what animal the very first pet was. But\, one animal\, the wolf\, lived alongside early humans for centuries. Even as far back as 12\,000 years ago\, dogs and cats were buried in their human counterparts’ graves. It seems that even early humans had a deep attachment to their furry friends. \nWhether cats\, dogs\, birds\, or even spiders\, lets celebrate our furry/feathered friends and shower them with love and affection on this day! \n#NationalLoveYourPetDay #AnimalWelfare #FurryFriends #PetsAreFamily #PetCare #SpoilYourPet \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-love-your-pet-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
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SUMMARY:Care Day
DESCRIPTION:Care Day\, observed on the third Friday in February is a day dedicated to recognising and celebrating the vital work of #Carers and Caregivers who provide essential support to individuals in need\, whether due to illness\, disability\, old age\, or other circumstances. This day highlights the often unseen and underappreciated role that caregivers play in enhancing the quality of life for those they care for\, ensuring that they are treated with dignity\, respect\, and compassion. \n#CareDay serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of caregiving\, acknowledge the emotional and physical challenges caregivers face\, and advocate for better support and resources for those who dedicate their lives to caring for others. It also offers a moment to reflect on the importance of self-care for caregivers\, as caring for others can sometimes come at the expense of their own well-being. \nThis day encourages communities\, organisations\, and individuals to express their gratitude\, offer support\, and promote policies that ensure carers have the resources they need to continue their work with health\, strength\, and compassion. \n#ThankACaregiver #SupportCaregivers #CaregivingHeroes #CaringForOthers \nSource: Care Day | Awareness Days
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/care-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
CREATED:20230111T111417Z
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SUMMARY:International Mother Language Day
DESCRIPTION:Today\, the 21st February\, is International Mother Language Day\, and was founded in 2000. It is observed every February to celebrate language and encourage the learning of multiple languages and the maintenance of mother languages\, especially those that are endangered. \nThis year’s International Mother Language Day highlights the role of young people in shaping the future of multilingual education. Youth voices on multilingual education emphasizes that language is more than a means of communication: it is central to identity\, learning\, well-being and participation in society. The celebration underscores the importance of education systems that recognise and value every learner’s language to support inclusion and learning outcomes. \nAhead of International Mother Language Day\, schools worldwide are invited to join the online UNESCO Campus event on 13 February. Students aged 13–18 can participate\, engage via chat\, and exchange with international experts and peers from all UNESCO regions. The event offers a space for young people to share experiences and identify concrete actions to promote linguistic diversity in their schools and communities. \n#Multilingual and multicultural societies exist through their languages which transmit and preserve traditional knowledge and cultures in a sustainable way. \n  \nSource:  International Mother Language Day | UNESCO \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-mother-language-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
CREATED:20220207T134239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T140158Z
UID:5044-1772150400-1772236799@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Stand Up to Bullying Day
DESCRIPTION:Today\, 27th February\, is Stand Up to Bullying Day\, launched in 2016 with the support of HRH The Duke of Cambridge. The day seeks to bring the nation together to take a collective stand against all forms of bullying\, whether in school\, the workplace\, online or elsewhere. Bullying can have lasting effects on a person’s psyche\, and it is important to recognize instances of bullying and put an end to them immediately. \nOne of the main tenets of Stand Up to Bullying Day is calling out others when their actions are unkind. So standing up to bullying isn’t as simple as not being a part of the problem\, what’s imperative is having the courage to call out others. Standing up means being an upstander\, not a bystander. \n#AntiBullying #BeKind #AlwaysBeKind #CyberBullying \n  \nSource: INTERNATIONAL STAND UP TO BULLYING DAY – February 27\, 2026 – National Today \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/stand-up-to-bullying-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260422T181832
CREATED:20240119T102205Z
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SUMMARY:Rare Disease Day
DESCRIPTION:RARE DISEASE DAY IS TAKING PLACE ON 28th FEBRUARY 2026 \nDid you know that there are 3.5 million people in the UK living with a rare condition? And that 1 in 17 people will be affected by a rare condition at some point in their lives? \nRare Disease Day is a globally coordinated movement dedicated to rare diseases\, striving for equity in social opportunities\, healthcare\, and access to diagnosis and therapies for people living with a rare disease. \nSince its creation in 2008\, Rare Disease Day has played a crucial role in building an international rare disease community—multi-disease\, global\, and diverse\, yet united in purpose. \nThough Rare Disease Day is patient-led\, everyone—including individuals\, families\, caregivers\, healthcare professionals\, researchers\, clinicians\, policymakers\, industry representatives\, and the general public—can participate in raising awareness and taking action for this vulnerable population in urgent need of attention. \nBy spreading the word on social media\, organising events\, illuminating buildings\, monuments\, and homes\, sharing experiences online and with friends\, calling on policymakers\, and shining a light on people living with a rare disease\, we collectively aim to change and improve the lives of 300 million people worldwide. \nWhy not get involved and share your story ! Write a blog\, post your story on Social Media\, speak at an event or fundraise for your cause. \n#RareDiseaseDay #StoriesBehindTheStats #RareConditions #GeneticConditions \nSource: Rare Disease Day 2026
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/rare-disease-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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