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Brew Monday

The third Monday in January is sometimes referred to as ‘the most difficult day of the year’ but this is a myth. At Samaritans, they know there’s no such thing […]

International Day of Acceptance

International Day of Acceptance takes place on the 20th of January every year as a powerful reminder of the importance of social acceptance and the inclusion of people with disabilities. […]

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

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 […]

National Hug Day

Open up your heart … and your arms, this January 21st for National Hug Day! As you might guess, this day is an annual event dedicated to the underrated art […]

National Compliment Day

National Compliment Day takes place on the 24th of January every year as a wonderful opportunity to spread kindness and positivity through the simple act of giving compliments. This day […]

Burns Night

The 25th January is known nationally as Burns Night.   Known in medieval Celtic culture as a story teller, verse maker and composer, the word ‘Bard’ has become synonymous with […]

Holocaust Memorial Day

Holocaust Memorial Day (#HMD) takes place on 27 January each year and is a time to remember the millions of people murdered during the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution and in […]

National Storytelling Week

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 […]