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 […]
There is nothing more classically British than afternoon tea, which makes National Tea Day, April 21st, a wildly popular occasion in the country. This love of tea dates back centuries and this fondness seems to only get stronger with time! National Tea Day’s slogan is “Brew More. Do More.” The vision is to inspire special […]
The theme for Earth Day 2026 is Our Power, Our Planet, inviting everyone around the globe to unite behind renewable energy, and to triple the global generation of clean electricity by 2030. How? By joining us in Earth Action Day, encouraging all to take action—educate, advocate, and mobilize. Pledge an Earth Action on social media. Attend/plan/register a local […]
Take a close look at the English flag. That red cross over a white background has meaning. It’s actually St. George’s Cross — a symbol so closely intertwined with English national identity that St. George has his own national holiday. The legend of Saint George and the Dragon describes the saint taming and slaying a […]
Pay It Forward Day, observed on 28th April each year, is a global initiative dedicated to spreading kindness and generosity throughout the world. Whether you’re a seasoned philanthropist, a compassionate neighbour, or simply someone who believes in the power of small acts of kindness, Pay It Forward Day offers a meaningful opportunity to make a […]
In 1982 the Dance Committee of ITI founded International Dance Day to be celebrated every year on the 29th April, the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre (1727-1810), creator of modern ballet. The intention of the International Dance Day Message is to celebrate dance, revel in the universality of this art form, cross all political, cultural and […]
It's Children’s Book Week! An annual celebration of books for young people and the joy of reading. Running from May 4th-10th 2026 Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country. Every year, young people across the country participate by attending events at schools, libraries, bookstores, celebrating at home, […]
Deaf Awareness Week is a national campaign focused on improving understanding, accessibility and communication with deaf people. The theme for Deaf Awareness Week 2026 in the UK is ‘Right to understand – Together, we break barriers". Why deaf awareness matters Most organisations want to be inclusive — but staff are often left guessing how to communicate […]
