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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:20260301
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SUMMARY:National Endometriosis Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:National Endometriosis Awareness Month  is observed from 1st March each year.\n\nIt helps to raise awareness about this condition that can be hidden and often unrecognised.\n\n#Endometriosis is a disease that affects women when tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows on the outer part of the uterus instead of inside it. Symptoms include pain\, like dysmenorrhoea\, dyspareunia\, and chronic pelvic or abdominal pain. Endometriosis is known to lead to infertility. The prevalence rate ranges from 25% to 40% for women with subfertility.\n\nNational Endometriosis Awareness Month helps to spread information about endometriosis as a debilitating\, and disabling disease. It recognises the consequences of living with endometriosis for the patient\, care provider\, and all those affected by the disease. This March\, Endometriosis UK are hosting events for political representatives across all 4 nations to raise awareness of endometriosis with those in power. Take action by asking your elected representatives to attend events in March using our easy-to-use form.\n\n\n\n#WomensHealth #Endo #EndoWarrior #Infertility #MenstrualHealth\n\n\nEnding endometriosis starts by saying it | Endometriosis UK (endometriosis-uk.org)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/endometriosis-awareness-month/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20260423T172054
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T162050Z
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SUMMARY:National Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:The National Women’s History Month’s theme for 2026 celebrates  Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.  \nIt expands our understanding of sustainability beyond just environmental concerns. It encompasses financial sustainability\, community resilience\, leadership succession\, and intergenerational equity. Whether developing green technologies\, advancing economic justice\, strengthening education systems\, or building civic power – women are designing blueprints for sustainable transformation. This theme affirms that shaping a sustainable future means fostering systems that support both people and the planet. \nGOALS & OBJECTIVES \n\n\nHonour: Celebrate the diverse contributions of women who are leading sustainability efforts across environmental\, economic\, educational\, and social justice movements. \n\n\nEducate: Raise awareness about the important historical and contemporary roles of women in shaping sustainable change. \n\n\nInspire: Empower individuals and institutions on how to take action toward sustainability\, equity\, and justice in their own spheres of influence. \n\n\nConnect: Build bridges across generations\, geographies\, and disciplines to foster collaboration\, mentorship\, and shared learning. \n\n\nEnvision: Encourage a long-term vision for our future where women’s leadership is central to thriving communities and a healthy planet. \n\n\n  \nWho are the women in your community or organisation that you will honour? \nSource: Women’s History Theme 2026 – National Women’s History Alliance \n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-womens-history-month/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260423T172054
CREATED:20220207T135020Z
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SUMMARY:World Book Day
DESCRIPTION:The 5th March this year is World Book Day! \n#WorldBookDay changes lives through a love of books and shared reading. Their mission is to promote reading for pleasure\, offering every child and young person the opportunity to have a book of their own.  \nReading for pleasure is the single biggest indicator of a child’s future success – more than their family circumstances\, their parents’ educational background or their income. We want to see more children\, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds\, with a life-long habit of reading for pleasure and the improved life chances this brings them. \n#Literacy #WorldBookDay2026 #ReadingForPleasure \nSee: World Book Day 2026 – Ideas and Teaching Activities | National Literacy Trust
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-book-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTSTAMP:20260423T172054
CREATED:20230207T133011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T124112Z
UID:7022-1772928000-1773014399@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:National Day of Reflection
DESCRIPTION:On 8th March 2026\, let’s all come together for the 6th UK National Day of Reflection. \nIt was first celebrated in 2021 to mark the first anniversary of the first lockdown.  It’s a special moment to remember everyone who died during the #Pandemic. \nWe’re encouraging everyone to take part in a minute’s silence\, share the name of who you’re remembering on the day and plan a reflective event or activity. \nIt’s an opportunity to remember our loved ones who’ve died\, support people who are grieving\, and connect with each other. Please join us once again to mark the day with a minute’s silence at noon\, a nationwide network of Walls of Reflection\, and a series of grief-themed online programmes. \n  \n  \n  \nSee : COVID-19 Day of Reflection 2026 \n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-day-of-reflection/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316
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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:20260315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTSTAMP:20260423T172054
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day
DESCRIPTION:Mothering Sunday\, more commonly known as Mother’s Day\, is observed in The UK every year on the fourth Sunday of Lent\, which means it is a moveable feast. As such it is always three weeks before Easter Sunday. \nIt is a day for celebrating #Mothers and showering them with gifts and treats. \nThe origins of Mothering Sunday\nCelebrations of motherhood go back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. The Greeks had festivals honouring Rhea and Cybele\, known as the mother goddesses\, and the Romans celebrated mothers during the festival of Hilaria. \nThe roots of Mothering Sunday can be found in the church. It was originally a day when Christians would return to their ‘mother’ church\, the church in their hometown\, or where their family worshiped. As such it also became a time when wealthy landowners would give their younger servants the day off so that they could go home to attend church with their families. \nIn time\, it evolved to become a church celebration of mothers and #Motherhood. It was a day when the church would pray for mothers and hand out flowers\, commonly daffodils\, to not only the mothers in the church but all women. It also became a more secular occasion\, a time when people would not return home to attend church\, but return home to spend time with their mothers. \nNo matter whether the day is referred to as #MotheringSunday or as #MothersDay\, the principle message remains the same\, respect and appreciate your mother and other women in your life who have helped you to become the person you are.
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/mothers-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
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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:20260317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260318
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SUMMARY:St Patrick's Day
DESCRIPTION:St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17\, the anniversary of his death in the fifth century.\n\n\n \n\n\nThe #Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1\,000 years. On #StPatricksDay\, which falls during the Christian season of Lent\, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon. Lenten prohibitions against the consumption of meat were waived and people would dance\, drink and feast on the traditional meal of Irish bacon and cabbage.\n\n\n \n\n\nSaint Patrick\, who lived during the fifth century\, is the patron saint of Ireland and its national apostle. Born in Roman Britain\, he was kidnapped and brought to #Ireland as a slave at 16. He later escaped\, but returned to Ireland and was credited with bringing Christianity to its people.\n\n\n \n\n\nSource:  When is St. Patrick’s Day 2026? | Sky HISTORY TV Channel
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/st-patricks-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
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SUMMARY:First Day of Spring (Spring Equinox)
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Equinox occurs on the 20th of March\, marking the transition from winter to spring in the Northern Hemisphere. The Spring Equinox varies its date slightly each year but typically falls around March 20th. \nThis astronomical event holds cultural and spiritual significance across various traditions\, symbolising renewal\, balance\, and the awakening of nature. It’s a time of equal daylight and darkness\, signalling the return of longer days and warmer temperatures. The Spring Equinox is celebrated as a time of new beginnings\, growth\, and rejuvenation. \nTo commemorate the Spring Equinox and embrace the spirit of renewal across social media and digital platforms\, here are some content ideas: \n\nShare stunning photos of springtime landscapes\, flowers\, and wildlife.\nOffer tips for spring cleaning\, gardening\, and outdoor activities to celebrate the season.\nHost virtual events or workshops focused on topics like mindfulness\, meditation\, and personal growth.\nShare rituals or traditions from different cultures that honour the Spring Equinox.\nEncourage followers to reflect on their intentions and goals for the season ahead.\n\n#SpringEquinox #WelcomeSpring #NewBeginnings \n  \nSource: Spring Equinox – First Day of Spring | Awareness Days
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/first-day-of-spring-spring-equinox/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260423T172054
CREATED:20220307T092550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T125419Z
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SUMMARY:British Summer Time Begins
DESCRIPTION:Daylight savings start today in the UK with the start of British Summer Time. \nSunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 29th March 2026 than the day before. Meaning that there will be less light first thing and more light in the evening. \nHistory of Daylight Savings: \n‘Spring forward\, fall back’. In spring\, the clocks go forward one hour and British Summer Time begins. In autumn (fall)\, the clocks go back as British Summer Time comes to an end and the UK reverts back to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). \nBut when did this practice begin\, and why? British Summer Time\, also known as Daylight Saving Time\, was the brainchild of a builder from Kent called William Willett. The story goes that one day on his way back from riding his horse in Petts Wood near his home in the early 1900s\, he noticed many of the blinds and curtains in the neighbouring houses were still drawn\, even though it was light. This led him to consider the idea of adapting the time to better fit daylight hours. Back then the clocks were set all year round to Greenwich Mean Time\, meaning it was light by 3am and dark around 9pm in the summer. \nSource: https://www.historic-uk.com/CultureUK/British-Summer-Time/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/british-summertime-begins/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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