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SUMMARY:Alcohol Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Alcohol Awareness Week is 7th- 14th July 2025. (The week has typically taken place in November each year. However\, Alcohol Awareness Week has now moved to its new spot in July.)It is a chance for the UK to get thinking about drinking. It’s a week of awareness-raising\, campaigning for change\, and more. The theme for Alcohol Awareness Week 2025  is “alcohol and work” \nAround 10 million of us are regularly drinking alcohol in ways that can harm our health and wellbeing. From headaches\, hangovers and sleepless nights to lower productivity and symptoms like anxiety and depression worsening over time\, alcohol affects us in so many ways. \nBut how many of us have stopped to think about the impact of the work we do on our risk from alcohol? With longer hours\, more stress\, the blurring of lines between work and home\, and too many workplace cultures that place booze rather than people at the centre of things\, there are so many ways work and alcohol are linked. This Alcohol Awareness Week\, it’s time for us\, and the places we work\, to feel healthier\, more productive and happier. \nThe cost of living crisis has also played a key role in causing some people to drink more than they’d like to cope with worries around the crisis. \nBut the cost of alcohol to individuals\, our relationships\, our families\, and our stretched vital public services doesn’t have to be so high. \nWe can all take steps to make a change. And with improved support and prevention\, we can save money and save lives. \nJoin us for this year’s Alcohol Awareness Week to find out more about alcohol and its cost to us all. \nSource: About Alcohol Awareness Week | Alcohol Change UK
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/alcohol-awareness-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
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SUMMARY:Shark Week
DESCRIPTION:Shark Week happens every year in July or August. It’s a yearly\, weeklong grouping of shark-related show episodes\, documentaries\, and movies that airs on the #DiscoveryChannel. \nShark week was first aired on the 17th of July 1988 with the purpose to focus on conservational initiatives or addressing myths related to sharks. Moreover\, Shark Week allows the viewers to get a close look at these amazing\, terrifying\, but misunderstood predators. \nHeaps of people grew up harbouring a fascination with sharks and the never-stand-still\, ruthless\, killer instinct they embody. Discovery’s week of programming has become traditional fare for a generation of would-be shark scientists\, in-cage filmmakers\, and thrill-seekers. If you haven’t seen it yet\, don’t miss this year’s #SharkWeek! \n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/shark-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220613T072352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T112245Z
UID:6018-1753315200-1754697599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:National Marine Week
DESCRIPTION:Contrary to the title\, National Marine Week is celebrated for a fortnight from July 24th to August 8th to appreciate the magnificent sea animals and plants that exist in the United Kingdom on a national scale. \nDuring #NationalMarineWeek\, people from all over the United Kingdom may come out to explore their local shoreline as the retreating sea reveals its treasures. Take time out to protect and appreciate marine life for the next two weeks. \nNational Marine Week was organized to motivate people to better understand and care for the ocean. The holiday encourages us to appreciate and protect our oceans. During National Marine Week\, people take time to focus on how vital the oceans are to humanity\, given that they constitute the largest ecosystem on the planet. In addition to containing 97% of the planet’s water\, they also make up 80% of the planet’s biodiversity\, with more than 30\,000 species. \nSource: NATIONAL MARINE WEEK – July 24\, 2025 – National Today \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-marine-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250808
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230707T101559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T152241Z
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SUMMARY:World Breastfeeding Week
DESCRIPTION:#WBW2025 will focus on environment and climate change. It will highlight our roles in supporting breastfeeding to create a sustainable environment while simultaneously reducing the impact of climate change caused by artificial feeding. \n#Breastfeeding can act as an equaliser in our society and efforts must be made to ensure everyone has access to breastfeeding support and opportunities. It is essential that no-one is left behind especially vulnerable mothers who may need additional support to reduce breastfeeding inequalities. \nTarget audiences including governments\, policymakers\, workplaces\, communities and parents will be engaged to play their critical roles in empowering families and sustaining breastfeeding-friendly environments in the post-pandemic work life. The theme is aligned with thematic area 4 of the WBW-SDG 2030 campaign. \n\n\n\n\nWBW-SDG CAMPAIGN\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBreastfeeding is a natural\, renewable food that is environmentally safe. Breastfeeding is produced and delivered without pollution\, packaging or waste and is the sustainable solution that is good for the planet and its people. Prioritising and supporting breastfeeding will reduce the growing climate impact of artificial infant feed supply chains. However\, breastfeeding can be challenging when parents are not fully supported. WBW2025 will outline the roles and connect the actors in the Warm Chain of Support for Breastfeeding to create a breastfeeding-friendly environment together at all levels; national\, health\, workplace and community. By connecting the actors working at different levels\, a synergistic effort to support the parents will be in place. \n#EnablingBreastfeeding #EmpoweringParentsCampaign #BreastfeedingSupport \n\nSource: World Breastfeeding Week 2025 – Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create sustainable support systems
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-breastfeeding-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230711T100505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T190600Z
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SUMMARY:National Allotment Week
DESCRIPTION:This year\, National Allotment Week will run from 11-17th August with the theme of Allotments and Wellbeing. \nIt’s a great chance to explore how allotments support healthier lifestyles and stronger communities. Whether you’re an experienced grower or just getting started\, events are taking place across the UK. \nGardening can help people cope with stress and mental health issues. One of the best ways to have a calmer\, more optimistic mindset is to immerse yourself in nature and nurture plants. \nJoin in the week-long celebration by signing up for a local gardening class. Invite your neighbours and friends to a seed and plant swap. It’s also a great way for you to get some exercise and connect with your friends and neighbours. \nSource: national_allotments_week (thenas.org.uk)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-allotment-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230825T105443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T114652Z
UID:8539-1757808000-1758412799@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:National Eczema Week
DESCRIPTION:National Eczema Week is 14th -20th September this year. \nThe More than “Just an Itch” campaign will highlight the debilitating nature of #Eczema and its profound effect on people’s lives\, shining a light on the mental health impacts of eczema that are so often overlooked. \nA recently conducted online patient survey to better understand how eczema affects people’s emotional\, social and personal well-being\, shockingly showed 91% of respondents said their eczema made them feel self-conscious or embarrassed\, and 83% were envious of those who do not have eczema. Around 4 in 5 respondents thought that eczema reduces patients’ quality of life. \nLiving with eczema can be physically uncomfortable\, but it also takes an emotional toll. The persistent itching\, pain\, and visible appearance of eczema patches can lead to feelings of self-consciousness\, low self-esteem\, and social anxiety. People with eczema may experience frustration\, embarrassment\, along with greater anxiety and depression due to the constant struggle with their skin condition – it really is #MoreThanJustAnItch. \nThrough sharing stories of eczema patients’ experiences\, resilience\, and coping mechanisms\, we can help reduce the stigma associated with the condition and foster an environment of empathy and understanding. We also want to encourage and empower people to open up and share how they really feel about living with this long-term condition. \nSource:  National Eczema Society
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-eczema-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220702T120017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T114544Z
UID:6067-1758240000-1759103999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Great British Beach Clean
DESCRIPTION:This week is the Great British Beach Clean! \nIt’s an event where people from across the UK come together to tidy up their local beaches. There are hundreds of beach cleans taking place over the week\, so it’s worth checking if there’s one happening in your local area. \nThe week also presents an opportunity to record the levels of litter found on UK beaches. \nThanks to the hard work of volunteers all across the UK and Channel Islands\, 2024 Great British Beach Clean was a smashing success! \nWe were delighted to see even more of you join us at the beach this year\, with 5\,845 volunteers taking part in 476 events to help clean up and survey our coastline. \nA whopping 249\,823 litter items were collected\, weighing 6\,048kg and filling 1\,675 bags! By removing this litter\, our volunteers helped prevent it from entering our ocean and harming our marine life. \nIt’s easy to get involved. Simply find a beach clean near you or organise your own. We’ve got lots of guides and resources available to help you get set up. \nBeach cleans are fun for all the family (including dogs!)\, and the data collected helps us to campaign for positive change for the ocean. \n#GreatBritishBeachClean \nFind out more here: Great British Beach Clean | What you can do | Marine Conservation Society (mcsuk.org)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/great-british-beach-clean/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230807T152235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T121511Z
UID:8528-1758499200-1759103999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Organ Donation Week
DESCRIPTION:This year\, 2025\, for Organ Donation Week this September we want as many local landmarks and buildings across the country to turn pink\, to help raise awareness of the incredible gift of organ donation\, and to encourage people to confirm their decision on the Register. \nOrgan Donation Week 2025 will be held on Monday 22nd September to Sunday 28th September. \nWe hope you can join us to celebrate the gift of life and help build awareness of the incredible difference organ donation can make. \nThink pink this Organ Donation Week\nOrgan Donation Week is the perfect time for people to confirm their support for organ donation by adding their name and decision to the NHS Organ Donor Register. \nOften\, people need reminding to think or talk about organ donation\, and what better visual prompt than a vibrant pink building? Pink is the colour of the organ donation card and the more buildings lit pink the more awareness raised for this life-saving gift. \n  \nSource:  Turn the skies pink for Organ Donation Week – NHS Blood and Transplant (nhsbt.nhs.uk) \n#ThinkPink #OrganDonation #SaveALife
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/organ-donation-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230822T103310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T100446Z
UID:8535-1758499200-1759103999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Migraine Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:For this year’s Migraine Awareness Week (22nd-28th September) The Migraine Trust are asking you to join them in their campaign for #BetterMigraineCare. Help them to raise awareness for the one in seven adults and one in ten children in the UK living with migraine. \n#Migraine has been dismissed for too long as “just a headache”\, despite it being a complex and debilitating neurological disorder. We know that for those living with migraine it has a significant impact on their quality of life\, impacting their mental health\, relationships\, education and their ability to work. \nJoin the #BetterMigraineCare conversation on social media and share your experience of living with migraine for #MAW25 \n#MigraineAwarenessWeek #MoreThanJustAHeadache \nSource: Migraine Awareness Week 2025 – The Migraine Trust
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/migraine-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220702T143041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T113124Z
UID:6104-1759708800-1760313599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Dyslexia Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Dyslexia is a neurological difference and can have a significant impact during education\, in the workplace and in everyday life. As each person is unique\, so is everyone’s experience of dyslexia. It can range from mild to severe\, and it can co-occur with other specific learning difficulties. It usually runs in families and is a life-long condition. \nIt is important to remember that there are positives to thinking differently. Many dyslexic people show strengths in areas such as reasoning and in visual and creative fields. \nThe theme for the week will be Dyslexia: Raising the Volume. \nEvery story is different – showcasing the diversity of the dyslexic community and highlighting that everyone’s experience of dyslexia is unique. 10% of the population are dyslexic – that’s over 6.7 million stories to tell. \nA strong opening sets the scene – raising awareness of the importance of early identification and intervention to ensure that every person with dyslexia can flourish. \nIt’s never too late to change your story – highlighting how the BDA can provide support and signposting to help dyslexic people begin a new chapter. \nIn the spirit of breaking through the barriers of #Dyslexia\, we’d like to share methods for supporting people with dyslexia. According to the NHS\, the following methods are how best to support a child with dyslexia: \n\noccasional 1-to-1 teaching or lessons in a small group with a specialist teacher\nphonics (a way of teaching children to identify and process the smaller sounds that make up words) combined with other techniques\ntechnology like computers and speech-recognition software that may make it easier for your child to read and write when they’re a bit older\n\nSource: NHS \nSource: Dyslexia Awareness Week – British Dyslexia Association (bdadyslexia.org.uk)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/dyslexia-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230918T094516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T120728Z
UID:8688-1759968000-1760572799@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Baby Loss Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:What is Baby Loss Awareness Week?\n\nBaby Loss Awareness Week happens every year between 9th and 15th October. We raise awareness of baby loss and campaign for the provision of better bereavement care. \nThe final day of the week\, 15th October\, is International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day. This is marked by the #GlobalWaveOfLight where families across the world light candles to commemorate the lives of their babies\, and share memories of the all too brief time they had together. \nThe aims of Baby Loss Awareness Week:\nUnited by the blue and pink ribbon\, we work with an alliance of over 100 charities to: \n\nRemember\nRaise awareness\nDrive change\n\n\n#BabyLoss #BabyLossAwarenessWeek \nSource:  Baby Loss Awareness Week | The Lullaby Trust
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/baby-loss-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,UK
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220724T105959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T112618Z
UID:6233-1761350400-1762041599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:World Brain Tumour Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:This Brain Tumour Awareness Week\, take the time to learn the symptoms of #BrainTumours. \nAccording to the NHS\, the symptoms of brain tumours may vary depending on the exact part of the brain affected\, but common symptoms include: \n\nheadaches\nseizures (fits)\npersistently feeling sick (nausea)\, being sick (vomiting) and drowsiness\nmental or behavioural changes\, such as memory problems or changes in personality\nprogressive weakness or paralysis on one side of the body\nvision or speech problems\n\nSometimes you may not have any symptoms to begin with\, or they may develop very slowly over time. \nIf you’re suffering from a brain tumour\, support is out there. Take a look on the community map to find organisations near you. \nFind out more from the International Brain Tumour Alliance: https://theibta.org/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-brain-tumour-awareness-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20221012T100904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T161424Z
UID:6316-1761955200-1762559999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Befriending Week
DESCRIPTION:Befriending Week is the national campaign celebrating and raising awareness of befriending and the positive impact it has on individuals and communities. Befriending Week theme for 2025 is Collaboration and Partnership.\n\n\n \n\n\nDuring the week\, lets invite those in the befriending sector to reflect on their achievements over the previous year\, thank volunteers and staff\, celebrate their service users\, and share their message with stakeholders\, government and the public.\n\n\n \n\n\nBefriending Week is also an opportunity to look into the future by raising awareness of how befriending helps to tackle isolation and create community connections\, in-person and at a distance.\n\n\n \n\n\nThis year’s #BefriendingWeek offers an opportunity to show gratitude to all of the fantastic #Befrienders who make such a massive difference in the life of people who have become isolated. \n\n\n \n\n\nDo you have any befriending stories? Please share with us in the comments. \n\n\n\n\n\n#Befriending #ReduceIsolation #PeopleHelpingPeople\n\nBefriending Week — Befriending Networks
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/befriending-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220724T121345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T103000Z
UID:6246-1762732800-1763164799@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Anti-Bullying Week
DESCRIPTION:The theme for this year’s Anti-Bullying Week is “Power for Good.” \nThe theme of Power for Good has come about following consultation with teachers and pupils by the Anti-Bullying Alliance which coordinates Anti-Bullying Week every year in England\, Wales and Northern Ireland. Teachers and children wanted a theme that empowered them to do something positive to counter the harm and hurt that bullying causes. \nFollowing the success of the campaign in 2024 – when over 80% of schools marked the week\, reaching over 7.5 million children and young people – this year\, we’ll empower children and young people to use their Power for Good to speak out\, support others\, and build a world where kindness wins. \nThe week will also include Odd Socks Day on  Monday 10th November\, where adults and children wear odd socks to celebrate what makes us all unique. \nThis Anti-Bullying Week let’s come together to have discussions about what bullying means to us\, how banter can turn into something more hurtful\, and what we can do to stop bullying. \nTogether\, we can use our Power for Good to end bullying — for good. \nSource:  Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good \n#ReachOut #AntiBullyingWeek #MakeANoiseAboutBullying #ChooseRespect
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/anti-bullying-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220724T120350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T221724Z
UID:6242-1762992000-1763596799@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Transgender Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Transgender Awareness Week is when transgender people\, particularly activists and allies\, raise awareness of the issues that trans people face. The aim of Transgender Awareness Week is to promote trans visibility and make people who aren’t transgender understand the discrimination that trans people face. \n#TransgenderAwarenessWeek is also a time for celebration. As a marginalised community\, #Transgender people face a lot of discrimination. A lot of the stories told about trans people focus on the difficulties of being trans and rarely share positive stories. Transgender Awareness Week creates a space for celebrating transgender joy and encourages a shift in the popular narrative. \nThere is a unique kind of joy experienced by trans people that can come from a number of things that cisgender people might take for granted. Things that add to this joy include being addressed with the correct pronouns\, being fully accepted in new spaces\, or being perceived as their correct gender. \nThis is also a week for non-transgender people (known as ‘cisgender’) to learn more about the #TransCommunity from the trans community. It’s essential that cisgender people learn about transgender people from the actual community rather than secondary sources. \nSource: Transgender Awareness Week 2025 | Twinkl Event – Twinkl \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/transgender-awareness-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20251118T202316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T204017Z
UID:12636-1764547200-1765151999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Homelessness Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Homelessness Awareness Week\, held annually in December\, is a vital initiative that shines a spotlight on the issues faced by individuals experiencing homelessness. The week promotes understanding\, compassion\, and action\, encouraging communities to work together to address the root causes of homelessness and support those affected. \nOrganisations\, charities\, and local councils often host events such as fundraising drives\, volunteer initiatives\, and educational workshops to raise awareness. These efforts highlight the importance of safe and stable housing\, mental health support\, and access to essential services in breaking the cycle of homelessness. \nHomelessness Awareness Week is also an opportunity to challenge stereotypes and advocate for policy changes that address systemic issues. By amplifying the voices of those with lived experiences\, the week fosters empathy and encourages meaningful engagement to create lasting solutions. \n#HomelessnessAwarenessWeek #EndHomelessness #SupportTheHomeless #HousingForAll #CommunityCare #AffordableHousing \nSource: Homelessness Awareness Week | Awareness Days
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/homelessness-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20231122T111457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T154903Z
UID:9239-1764633600-1765238399@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:National Grief Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:National Grief Awareness Week is a time to raise awareness of the impact of #Grief and #Bereavement. \nThe bereaved often have to hide their grief from others. Sometimes it is from their friends and family as they do not want to burden them. Sometimes it is from their colleagues at work. Please look out for them\, check they are okay\, in the early days and ongoing.  They may look alright\, they may be going to work\, but deep inside they could be struggling and just need your support and understanding. \nWe are often afraid to mention the person’s name who has died. We think we will upset our friend or family member\, but it is generally the opposite. By saying their name\, remembering them and talking about them\, you are helping to share your love and affection for that person. This is very important and will help those grieving to know that you will help to keep their memory alive. \nThere is a myth that you ‘get over’ grief. That you ‘move on’. You don’t. You move forward with your grief\, but you may be affected by a bereavement throughout your whole life. Often after the funeral\, people leave and things go ‘back to normal’. This is the time when the bereaved most need support\, when they feel alone and isolated. We need to understand that there are triggers that may come from nowhere that will affect them in the weeks\, months and years after the death. \nSo lets normalise talking about grief\, to ensure grief becomes an easier topic to discuss and lets raise the profiles of #Charities and the breadth of support we have in the UK offering tailored help for any bereavement. \n\nThis year the theme is “Growing with Grief”\n\nLosing a loved one feels like an ending in so many ways\, but in time\, it can also become the ground from which something new begins. After that loss\, we can’t go back to who we were\, but instead\, we can grow into someone new shaped by love\, memories\, and resilience. This growth doesn’t erase the pain\, but it allows HOPE to return. We may even become more present\, more compassionate\, more aware of what truly matters in life. \n#BetterTogether #NGAW2025 #GrowingWithGrief \nSource: National Grief Awareness Week (thegoodgrieftrust.org) \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-grief-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20211205T205041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T114827Z
UID:4884-1767744000-1771027199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Big Schools' Birdwatch
DESCRIPTION:Big Schools’ Birdwatch\nThe RSPB’s Big Schools’ Birdwatch is a citizen science project for schools across the UK. It takes place alongside\, the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch. \nIt’s easy (and free!) to get involved\, and we find that most children are excited to be a part of this important research. All you have to do is count the bird species you can see in your school\, and then send the results to the RSPB. Easy! \nSubmission for results is open between 6th January – 13th February. \nRSPB’s Big Schools’ Birdwatch has been running for over 20 years\, and the reason it’s been going for so long is that it’s such valuable work. The results that schools submit to the RSPB are used by scientists to help create a picture of how birds are faring across the UK. \nTo register for RSPB’s Big Schools’ Birdwatch\, you can follow this link\, which takes you to their website. \n  \nSource: Big Schools’ Birdwatch (rspb.org.uk)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/big-schools-birdwatch/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220603T091013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T133345Z
UID:5968-1768780800-1769385599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
DESCRIPTION:This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. \nStatistics show that 1 in 3 people don’t go to their cervical screening appointment due to embarrassment or fear. There’s a lot of built-up stigma around the test\, but it’s one that’s vitally important. \nAccording to the NHS\, the early signs of ovarian cancer can be: \n\na swollen tummy or feeling bloated\npain or tenderness in your tummy or the area between the hips (pelvis)\nno appetite or feeling full quickly after eating\nan urgent need to pee or needing to pee more often\n\nCervical cancer is curable with early detection. It is also very slow to spread\, increasing the chances of cure. All we have to do is test and start treatment before cancer grows. \nTherefore it is crucial that women aged 25 – 64 take up their free cervical screening on the NHS as soon as they receive their invitation. \n  \nFind out more at: Cervical Cancer Prevention Week | Awareness Days \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/cervical-cancer-prevention-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230126T161253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T134803Z
UID:6917-1769990400-1770595199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:National Storytelling Week
DESCRIPTION:National Storytelling Week takes place every year and is a celebration of the power of sharing stories. Stories teach us about the world\, they allow us to step into someone else’s shoes and feel empathy\, they help us to relax and escape and they can help develop essential #Literacy skills. \nIn 2025\, National Storytelling Week will be taking place from 2nd February to 8th February. \nWhat is the theme for National Storytelling Week?\nThe theme for National Storytelling Week 2026 is Soundtrack your story. Everyone has their own musical story – whether it’s in the songs we love and the music we dance to\, through British Sign Language and the rhythms we feel\, the soundscapes of everyday life\, or the soundtracks we hear in films and games. Music connects us to words. It helps us express who we are and how we see the world. \nResearch highlights that exploring stories through lyrics can be an effective way to re-engage young people with reading for enjoyment and writing for pleasure. Slightly more than 3 in 5 (60.7%) children and young people age 8-18 regularly read song lyrics digitally. Writing song lyrics is also popular among children and young people age 8-18\, with slightly less than 1 in 5 (17.8%) reporting that they write lyrics on a screen at least once a month. \nNational Storytelling Week will be a celebration of both storytelling and writing for pleasure. At a time when young people’s writing enjoyment levels are at their lowest\, National Storytelling Week has never been more important. \nThe classroom activities span early years\, primary and secondary\, and we’d love you to take part in all elements for your phase. \n#NationalStorytellingWeek2026 #ReimagineYourWorld \nSource:  National Storytelling Week 2026 Activities\, Events And Resources | National Literacy Trust
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-storytelling-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20250127T164918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T123016Z
UID:11631-1770595200-1771199999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Student Volunteering Week
DESCRIPTION:Student Volunteering Week\, celebrated annually in February\, is a week dedicated to encouraging students to get involved in volunteer work\, make a positive impact in their communities\, and develop valuable skills. This week provides an opportunity for students to discover the benefits of volunteering\, such as gaining work experience\, meeting new people\, and contributing to causes they care about. \nStudent Volunteering Week aims to raise awareness about the importance of volunteering for personal growth\, the community\, and the wider society. It encourages students to get involved in activities that benefit others while also allowing them to gain practical experience\, develop leadership skills\, and build their CVs. The week includes various events\, projects\, and initiatives that highlight the value of volunteering and inspire students to take action. \nBy participating in Student Volunteering Week\, students can engage in a wide range of activities\, from local charity events to environmental projects\, and even helping out at educational institutions or supporting social justice causes. The week not only highlights the positive impact that volunteering can have on individuals and communities but also helps foster a culture of giving back among the next generation. \nHow to Celebrate Student Volunteering Week \n\nGet involved in local volunteering opportunities by finding events or projects that match your interests\, such as working with youth groups\, environmental organisations\, or charitable causes.\nOrganise a volunteer event at your school or university\, such as a community clean-up\, charity fundraiser\, or donation drive.\nShare your volunteering experiences on social media to inspire other students to get involved and showcase the benefits of volunteering.\nJoin or support a student volunteering society on campus to connect with like-minded individuals who want to give back to the community.\nOffer your skills or expertise to a local organisation in need\, whether it’s tutoring\, graphic design\, or social media management.\nVolunteer virtually by supporting online causes or helping out with digital projects that benefit communities or organisations.\nPromote student volunteer opportunities through social media\, university bulletin boards\, or by speaking to fellow students about the benefits of volunteering.\nAttend workshops or training sessions to learn more about the impact of volunteering and how to get the most out of your volunteer experience.\nEngage with local charities or non-profits to see how you can support their ongoing work throughout the year.\nSupport student volunteer-led initiatives by donating time\, skills\, or resources to help them achieve their goals.\n\n#StudentVolunteeringWeek #Volunteering #MakeADifference #StudentsGivingBack #VolunteerPower #CommunityImpact #StudentVolunteers #GiveBack #VolunteerOpportunities #VolunteerForChange #StudentActivism #EmpowerStudents #SocialGood #VolunteerWeek #CommunityBuilding #StudentLeadership #FutureVolunteers #GetInvolved #SupportLocalCharities #VolunteerExperience #VolunteerNetwork \n  \nSource: Student Volunteering Week | Awareness Days
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/student-volunteering-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220111T110445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T124542Z
UID:5099-1770595200-1771199999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Children's Mental Health Week
DESCRIPTION:This week from the 9th-15th  February it’s Children’s Mental Health Week\, which was established to shine a spotlight on the importance of children and young people’s mental health. \nThe theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 is ‘This is My Place’\, and our aim is to support the systems around children and young people to help them feel they belong. \nWe know that our sense of belonging as individuals\, in our friendships\, in school\, and in communities plays a vital role in our mental health and wellbeing. \nTo know our place and really feel part of our environment is a basic human need. It can have powerful and long-lasting impacts in lots of areas of our lives\, including our physical and mental health\, education\, employment and relationships. When we feel that we belong\, it empowers us to contribute to the world and make a real difference. \nThis year\, Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week will aim to support the groups and systems surrounding our children. We’ll encourage peers\, families\, schools and communities to create inclusive and nurturing environments\, where children and young people feel they belong and can say “This is My Place”. \n#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KnowYourselfGrowYourself #Place2Be #MentalHealthMatters #ChildrensMentalHealth \nSource: Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week – Official site
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/childrens-mental-health-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230107T134516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T193539Z
UID:5047-1771804800-1772409599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Eating Disorders Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:The 23rd February marks the start of Eating Disorders Awareness Week. The week was established to raise awareness of eating disorders and to campaign for the improvement of the treatment in this field. A large part of the campaign is calling for all UK medical schools to introduce proper training on eating disorders\, this type of change would improve access to treatment and break the pattern of misdiagnosis. \nIn the UK\, at least 1.25 million people are living with an eating disorder That’s at least 1 in 50 people.  And yet many people wouldn’t know how to spot the signs that someone has an eating disorder. This is important because the sooner someone is treated for an eating disorder the better their chance of making a full recovery. \nThe campaign aims to reach new audiences with the message that eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that can affect anyone – at any age\, gender\, or background – at any time. \nSo join us to raise awareness of this serious mental health condition and let people know that anyone can be affected by an eating disorder. \n#EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek #ARFID #EatingDisorders #MentalHealth \nSource: https://edaw.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/eating-disorders-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20250210T114506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T171844Z
UID:11815-1773014400-1773619199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Empathy Week
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Week is an innovative educational festival that encourages students\, educators\, and communities to explore the power of #Empathy and how it can transform relationships\, societies\, and the world. Held annually\, this week-long event brings together schools\, communities\, and global thought leaders to engage in various activities designed to develop empathy and emotional intelligence in young people. \nEmpathy Week offers a range of educational resources\, including workshops\, talks\, and interactive sessions\, to help participants understand the importance of empathy in everyday life. By incorporating storytelling\, group discussions\, and reflective exercises\, the event provides students with the tools they need to build meaningful connections with others\, resolve conflicts\, and become compassionate leaders. \nThe goal of Empathy Week is not only to raise awareness but to create lasting change\, fostering a generation of individuals who are mindful\, kind\, and capable of making a positive impact in their communities. Through these efforts\, the event strives to build the #EmpathyGeneration\, a global movement committed to using empathy to address social challenges and promote understanding. \n#EmpathyGeneration #CompassionateLeadership #EducatingWithEmpathy #BuildingEmpathy \nSource:  Empathy Week | Awareness Days
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/empathy-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20230207T132431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T115628Z
UID:7018-1773619200-1774223999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Neurodiversity Celebration Week
DESCRIPTION:What is Neurodiversity Celebration Week? \n\n\n\nNeurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how #Neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported by providing schools\, universities\, and organisations with the opportunity to recognise the many talents and advantages of being neurodivergent\, while creating more inclusive and equitable cultures that celebrate differences and empower every individual. \n\n\n\nIf we work together there is no limit to the change we can make. \n\nIt is time to recognise the many strengths and talents that come from thinking and perceiving the world differently. By celebrating the strengths of #Neurodivergent individuals\, we can begin the seismic shift of changing the way neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported\, empowering them to achieve their potential. \nTogether\, we can change the narrative. \n\n\n\n\n\nSource: Neurodiversity Celebration Week (neurodiversityweek.com)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/neurodiversity-celebration-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220315T070220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T120736Z
UID:5353-1776643200-1777247999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:MS Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:MS Awareness Week 2026 will run from 20th April. \nWhat is MS?\nMS is a condition that affects the body’s central nervous system (CNS). By the latest estimates\, over 2.8 million people worldwide have MS. \nIt’s a disorder that causes your body’s immune system to attack myelin\, a coating that insulates some of your nerve fibers. This process is known as demyelination. When myelin is damaged or destroyed\, it affects the nerve impulses traveling to and from the brain and spinal cord\, causing a wide variety of symptoms in MS. \nOnce diagnosed\, MS stays with you for life\, but treatments and specialists can help you to manage the condition and its symptoms. \nMS can be tough\, and for many people talking about it can be challenging. Whether you’re opening up to a friend after being newly diagnosed\, or finding the right words to describe symptoms to an employer. But if people know about your MS and how it affects you\, they’ll be in a better place to offer support if and when you need it. \n#MSWeek #MultipleSclerosis #MSAwarenessWeek \nSource* \nhttps://www.mssociety.org.uk/get-involved/ms-awareness-week
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/ms-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260421T055155
CREATED:20220430T050836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T122408Z
UID:5445-1778457600-1779062399@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Today is the start of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek\nThis week runs from the 11th to 17th May and was started by The Mental Health Foundation. It provides an opportunity for the UK to focus on achieving good mental health\, and to raise awareness for mental health issues. \nThe theme for 2026 is “Take Action”\nThis Mental Health Awareness Week we’re asking people to join us in taking action to support good mental health. Even small actions can help us feel hopeful and less powerless. And while our individual actions matter\, when we come together we are even more powerful. \n\n\n\n\nWe’ve chosen Action as this year’s theme because\, while awareness is vital\, real change comes when we take action too. Together\, we’ve come a long way on mental health\, but we can’t risk going backwards. There’s still much we can do to prevent people becoming unwell in the first place. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRaising awareness is vital\, but real change comes when we take action to !\n\n\n\n\nSource: Mental Health Awareness Week | Mental Health Foundation
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/mental-health-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,National,UK,World
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