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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
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SUMMARY:Movember
DESCRIPTION:As always\, this month is Movember ! \nOn average\, men die 5 years earlier than women\, and this needs to change. \nOne of the reasons for this may be men’s tendency to turn a blind eye to unusual symptoms to avoid a visit to the doctor. Don’t let complacency stop you from enjoying an otherwise long and healthy life. \nHave you noticed something out of the ordinary with your body? Don’t leave it too late\, book a doctor’s appointment today. \nSource: Healthline \n#Movember #MensHealth \nFind out more about Movember:  Movember | Changing the face of men’s health – Movember
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/movember-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTSTAMP:20260607T191704
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SUMMARY:National Stress Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:National Stress Awareness Day\, on every first Wednesday in November — November 5th this year — is 24 hours of reinforcing the fact that you’re not doing yourself a favour by stressing about situations you can’t control. In fact\, according to science\, chronic stress leads to impaired cognitive and physiological functions. Would you want to age before your time? Absolutely not! On this day\, let’s learn together to hone our ability to choose one thought over another and let the stress ebb away. \nBut it’s not just about one day. Stress management and reduction should be a constant practice so you can completely remove stress from your life. While we don’t really get enough time to think about it any other day\, use this day to find out where and why you get most of your stress from. Is it from your workplace or family\, or have you got a general habit to worry about little things? Find the stressful areas and plan a course of action to solve them. \nWays to deal with stress include: \n\nBreathing exercises\nPractising mindfulness\nGetting a good night’s sleep\nWriting down the things that make you stressed\n\nSource: NHS \n  \nFind out more from: \nInternational Stress Management Association: https://isma.org.uk/ \nStress Management Society: https://www.stress.org.uk/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/stress-awareness-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20260607T191704
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SUMMARY:Odd Socks Day
DESCRIPTION:Odd Socks Day is celebrated each year at the start of Anti-Bullying Week. \nIt is intended to give children and adults alike the opportunity to express themselves and celebrate their individuality! Moreover\, there is no pressure to wear the latest fashion or to buy expensive costumes. Taking part is made simple and spreads a great message of diversity and acceptance to combat the harmful impact of #Bullying. \n#AntiBullyingWeek #OddSocksDay \n  \nFind out more here: https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/anti-bullying-week/odd-socks-day/what-odd-socks-day
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/odd-socks-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTSTAMP:20260607T191704
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112
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SUMMARY:Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:Remembrance Day is a solemn observance in the UK that remembers the sacrifice of those who fought and died in World War I and in other wars. It is observed on 11 November each year to commemorate the Armistice that ended the First World War. \nThe main thing people do is to observe two minutes of silence at 11am in honour of the sacrifice made by so many. There are also parades\, memorial services and church services On a national level\, Remembrance Day is observed through a ceremony on Whitehall Road in London. \nIt is traditional to wear poppies on Remembrance Day. Today\, most wear plastic ones instead of real ones\, and these can be purchased for a donation to the Royal British Legion’s annual Poppy Appeal. \nAll British Commonwealth countries also observe Remembrance Day. The holiday is sometimes also called Armistice Day or Poppy Day. \nRemembrance Sunday in the UK is always held on the second Sunday in November each year. \n  \nSource:  Remembrance Day 2023\, 2024 and 2025 – PublicHolidays.co.uk
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/remembrance-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114
DTSTAMP:20260607T191704
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SUMMARY:World Kindness Day
DESCRIPTION:World Kindness Day is an international holiday that was formed in 1998\, to promote #Kindness throughout the world and is observed annually on November 13 as part of the World Kindness Movement. It is observed in many countries including the United States\, Canada\, Japan\, Australia and the U.A.E. \n#WorldKindnessDay presents us with the opportunity to reflect upon one of the most important and unifying human principles. On a day devoted to the positive potential of both large and small acts of kindness\, try to promote and diffuse this crucial quality that brings people of every kind together. \nThe purpose of World Kindness Day as outlined by the World Kindness Movement is “to highlight good deeds in the community focusing on the positive power and the common thread of kindness which binds us.” Since its creation more than two decades ago\, the day has achieved truly global notice; events associated with the day have attracted participants from every inhabited continent. These have included activities such as concerts\, dance mobs\, and the distribution of “kindness cards.” \nThe objective of World Kindness Day is to spread kindness with small gestures. The main tradition of the day is to be kind and to try and encourage kindness to prevail over hatred. Whether it’s helping out someone with chores\, taking the time out to ask how someone is doing\, or complimenting someone\, the name of the game is kindness\, and we all have it in us. \nSource:  World Kindness Day 2022. What is it exactly? How is it observed?
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-kindness-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20260607T191704
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SUMMARY:International Men's Day
DESCRIPTION:On November 19\, International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world\, their families and communities. We highlight positive role models and raise awareness of men’s well-being. The theme for 2025 is “Celebrating Men and Boys”.\nInternational Men’s Day encourages men to teach the boys in their lives the values\, character and responsibilities of being a man. Mahatma Gandhi said\, “We must become the change we seek.” It is only when we all\, both men and women\, lead by example that we will create a fair and safe society that allows everyone the opportunity to prosper. \nInternational Men’s Day is an opportunity for people everywhere of goodwill to appreciate and celebrate the men in their lives and the contribution they make to society for the greater good of all. \n#InternationalMensDay #LeadingByExample #ZeroMaleSuicide \n  \nFind Out More: https://internationalmensday.com/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-mens-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
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SUMMARY:Carers Rights Day
DESCRIPTION:This year\, Carers Rights Day is on Thursday 20 November and the theme is ‘Know your rights\, use your rights.’ \nEvery day\, 12\,000 people become unpaid carers for a partner\, family member or a friend – many of whom don’t see themselves as carers\, often unaware of their legal rights and what they’re entitled to in terms of support and benefits. \nCarers should not have to miss out on support designed to reduce some of the pressures caring can bring. Whether they care 24/7 or juggle care with work and family life\, are new to caring or have been for many years\, and wherever they live in the UK – all carers deserve to understand their rights and be supported to use them if they wish. \nGet involved in Carers Rights Day and help carers in your network and local community know about their rights and the wider support available. \nAs a carer\, knowing your rights empowers you with information about what you’re entitled to. This helps you feel confident asking for what you need\, as well as challenging things when your rights are not being met – whether that be in the workplace or education\, in accessing health or social care\, or when interacting with other professionals or at home. \n#CarersRights #RecogniseYourRights #CarersSupport \n*Source: Carers Rights Day | Carers UK \n  \n\nAs always\, please check on aDoddle as help and support\, opportunities to volunteer or connect with others can often be found through local community organisations. \nPS – If you are a local community organisation and haven’t already added your details to aDoddle – please do\, it is totally free.
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/carers-rights-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
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SUMMARY:World Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:World Children’s Day takes place on the 20 November each year. The day marks the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959 as well as the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in 1989. \nThis World Children’s Day\, we are giving the floor to children from around the world to talk about their lives\, their rights and their wishes for every child. \nFrom conflict\, climate change\, and mental health\, to ending racism and gender discrimination\, children are raising their voices on the urgent issues that matter to them and sharing their visions for a better world. \nThis World Children’s Day\, join us and listen to the future!  \nOnly by fulfilling and protecting the rights of every child\, everywhere — including children’s social\, economic\, cultural\, civil and political rights — can we ensure a better future for all. \nSource: World Children’s Day 2025 \n#ListenToTheFuture #UNICEF #WorldChildrensDay #ChildrensRights
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-childrens-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTSTAMP:20260607T191704
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SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) was started in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honour the memory of Rita Hester\, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998. The vigil commemorated all the transgender people lost to violence since Rita Hester’s death\, and began an important tradition that has become the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. \n“Transgender Day of Remembrance seeks to highlight the losses we face due to anti-transgender bigotry and violence. I am no stranger to the need to fight for our rights\, and the right to simply exist is first and foremost. With so many seeking to erase transgender people — sometimes in the most brutal ways possible — it is vitally important that those we lose are remembered\, and that we continue to fight for justice.”- Transgender Day of Remembrance founder Gwendolyn Ann Smith \nSource: Glaad \n  \nFind Out More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transgender_Day_of_Remembrance
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/transgender-day-of-remembrance/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK,World
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