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 […]
Odd Socks Day is celebrated each year at the start of Anti-Bullying Week. It 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 […]
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 […]
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. The main thing people do is to observe two minutes […]
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. #WorldKindnessDay presents us with the opportunity to […]
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, […]
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”. International Men’s Day encourages men to teach the boys in their lives the values, character […]
This year, Carers Rights Day is on Thursday 20 November and the theme is 'Know your rights, use your rights.' Every 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 […]
