Organ Donation Week
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-28
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.
Organ Donation Week 2025 will be held on Monday 22nd September to Sunday 28th September.
We hope you can join us to celebrate the gift of life and help build awareness of the incredible difference organ donation can make.
Think pink this Organ Donation Week
Organ 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.
Often, 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.

Source: Turn the skies pink for Organ Donation Week – NHS Blood and Transplant (nhsbt.nhs.uk)
#ThinkPink #OrganDonation #SaveALife

Migraine Awareness Week
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-28
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.
#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.
Join the #BetterMigraineCare conversation on social media and share your experience of living with migraine for #MAW25
#MigraineAwarenessWeek #MoreThanJustAHeadache
Source: Migraine Awareness Week 2025 – The Migraine Trust

Dyslexia Awareness Week
2025-10-06 - 2025-10-12
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.
It 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.
The theme for the week will be Dyslexia: Raising the Volume.
Every 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.
A strong opening sets the scene – raising awareness of the importance of early identification and intervention to ensure that every person with dyslexia can flourish.
It’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.
In 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:

occasional 1-to-1 teaching or lessons in a small group with a specialist teacher
phonics (a way of teaching children to identify and process the smaller sounds that make up words) combined with other techniques
technology like computers and speech-recognition software that may make it easier for your child to read and write when they’re a bit older

Source: NHS
Source: Dyslexia Awareness Week – British Dyslexia Association (bdadyslexia.org.uk)

Baby Loss Awareness Week
2025-10-09 - 2025-10-15
What is Baby Loss Awareness Week?

Baby 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.
The 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.
The aims of Baby Loss Awareness Week:
United by the blue and pink ribbon, we work with an alliance of over 100 charities to:

Remember
Raise awareness
Drive change

#BabyLoss #BabyLossAwarenessWeek
Source: Baby Loss Awareness Week | The Lullaby Trust

World Brain Tumour Awareness Week
2025-10-25 - 2025-11-01
This Brain Tumour Awareness Week, take the time to learn the symptoms of #BrainTumours.
According to the NHS, the symptoms of brain tumours may vary depending on the exact part of the brain affected, but common symptoms include:

headaches
seizures (fits)
persistently feeling sick (nausea), being sick (vomiting) and drowsiness
mental or behavioural changes, such as memory problems or changes in personality
progressive weakness or paralysis on one side of the body
vision or speech problems

Sometimes you may not have any symptoms to begin with, or they may develop very slowly over time.
If you’re suffering from a brain tumour, support is out there. Take a look on the community map to find organisations near you.
Find out more from the International Brain Tumour Alliance: https://theibta.org/

Befriending Week
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-07
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.

During 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.

Befriending 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.

This 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.

Do you have any befriending stories? Please share with us in the comments.

#Befriending #ReduceIsolation #PeopleHelpingPeople

Befriending Week — Befriending Networks

Anti-Bullying Week
2025-11-10 - 2025-11-14
The theme for this year’s Anti-Bullying Week is “Power for Good.”
The 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.
Following 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.
The 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.
This 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.
Together, we can use our Power for Good to end bullying — for good.
Source: Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good
#ReachOut #AntiBullyingWeek #MakeANoiseAboutBullying #ChooseRespect

Transgender Awareness Week
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-19
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.
#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.
There 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.
This 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.
Source: Transgender Awareness Week 2025 | Twinkl Event – Twinkl

Homelessness Awareness Week
2025-12-01 - 2025-12-07
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.
Organisations, 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.
Homelessness 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.
#HomelessnessAwarenessWeek #EndHomelessness #SupportTheHomeless #HousingForAll #CommunityCare #AffordableHousing
Source: Homelessness Awareness Week | Awareness Days

National Grief Awareness Week
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-08
National Grief Awareness Week is a time to raise awareness of the impact of #Grief and #Bereavement.
The 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.
We 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.
There 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.
So 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.

This year the theme is “Growing with Grief”

Losing 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.
#BetterTogether #NGAW2025 #GrowingWithGrief
Source: National Grief Awareness Week (thegoodgrieftrust.org)

Big Schools' Birdwatch
2026-01-07 - 2026-02-13
Big Schools’ Birdwatch
The 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.
It’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!
Submission for results is open between 6th January – 13th February.
RSPB’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.
To register for RSPB’s Big Schools’ Birdwatch, you can follow this link, which takes you to their website.

Source: Big Schools’ Birdwatch (rspb.org.uk)

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
2026-01-19 - 2026-01-25
This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week.
Statistics 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.
According to the NHS, the early signs of ovarian cancer can be:

a swollen tummy or feeling bloated
pain or tenderness in your tummy or the area between the hips (pelvis)
no appetite or feeling full quickly after eating
an urgent need to pee or needing to pee more often

Cervical 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.
Therefore it is crucial that women aged 25 – 64 take up their free cervical screening on the NHS as soon as they receive their invitation.

Find out more at: Cervical Cancer Prevention Week | Awareness Days

National Storytelling Week
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-08
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.
In 2025, National Storytelling Week will be taking place from 2nd February to 8th February.
What is the theme for National Storytelling Week?
The 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.
Research 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.
National 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.
The classroom activities span early years, primary and secondary, and we’d love you to take part in all elements for your phase.
#NationalStorytellingWeek2026 #ReimagineYourWorld
Source: National Storytelling Week 2026 Activities, Events And Resources | National Literacy Trust

Student Volunteering Week
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-15
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.
Student 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.
By 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.
How to Celebrate Student Volunteering Week

Get 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.
Organise a volunteer event at your school or university, such as a community clean-up, charity fundraiser, or donation drive.
Share your volunteering experiences on social media to inspire other students to get involved and showcase the benefits of volunteering.
Join or support a student volunteering society on campus to connect with like-minded individuals who want to give back to the community.
Offer your skills or expertise to a local organisation in need, whether it’s tutoring, graphic design, or social media management.
Volunteer virtually by supporting online causes or helping out with digital projects that benefit communities or organisations.
Promote student volunteer opportunities through social media, university bulletin boards, or by speaking to fellow students about the benefits of volunteering.
Attend workshops or training sessions to learn more about the impact of volunteering and how to get the most out of your volunteer experience.
Engage with local charities or non-profits to see how you can support their ongoing work throughout the year.
Support student volunteer-led initiatives by donating time, skills, or resources to help them achieve their goals.

#StudentVolunteeringWeek #Volunteering #MakeADifference #StudentsGivingBack #VolunteerPower #CommunityImpact #StudentVolunteers #GiveBack #VolunteerOpportunities #VolunteerForChange #StudentActivism #EmpowerStudents #SocialGood #VolunteerWeek #CommunityBuilding #StudentLeadership #FutureVolunteers #GetInvolved #SupportLocalCharities #VolunteerExperience #VolunteerNetwork

Source: Student Volunteering Week | Awareness Days

Children's Mental Health Week
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-15
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.
The 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.
We 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.
To 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.
This 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”.
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KnowYourselfGrowYourself #Place2Be #MentalHealthMatters #ChildrensMentalHealth
Source: Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week – Official site

Eating Disorders Awareness Week
2026-02-23 - 2026-03-01
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.
In 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.
The 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.
So join us to raise awareness of this serious mental health condition and let people know that anyone can be affected by an eating disorder.
#EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek #ARFID #EatingDisorders #MentalHealth
Source: https://edaw.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

Empathy Week
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-15
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.
Empathy 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.
The 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.
#EmpathyGeneration #CompassionateLeadership #EducatingWithEmpathy #BuildingEmpathy
Source: Empathy Week | Awareness Days

Neurodiversity Celebration Week
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-22
What is Neurodiversity Celebration Week?

Neurodiversity 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.

If we work together there is no limit to the change we can make.

It is time to recognise the many strengths and talents that come from thinking and perceiving the world differently. By celebrating the strengths of #Neurodivergent individuals, we can begin the seismic shift of changing the way neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported, empowering them to achieve their potential.
Together, we can change the narrative.

Source: Neurodiversity Celebration Week (neurodiversityweek.com)

MS Awareness Week
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-26
MS Awareness Week 2026 will run from 20th April.
What is MS?
MS is a condition that affects the body’s central nervous system (CNS). By the latest estimates, over 2.8 million people worldwide have MS.
It’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.
Once diagnosed, MS stays with you for life, but treatments and specialists can help you to manage the condition and its symptoms.
MS 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.
#MSWeek #MultipleSclerosis #MSAwarenessWeek
Source*
https://www.mssociety.org.uk/get-involved/ms-awareness-week

Mental Health Awareness Week
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-17
Today is the start of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
This 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.
The theme for 2026 is “Take Action”
This 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.

We’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.

Raising awareness is vital, but real change comes when we take action to !

Source: Mental Health Awareness Week | Mental Health Foundation
