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Wear It Pink Awareness Day
2025-10-24
Wear It Pink is an annual fundraising event held in October to support breast cancer awareness and research. Organised by Breast Cancer Now, the UK’s largest breast cancer charity, Wear It Pink encourages individuals, schools, and businesses to wear something pink and raise funds to support life-saving research and treatments for breast cancer. It’s one of the biggest fundraising events in the UK, bringing people together in solidarity to help those affected by breast cancer.
Participants are encouraged to get creative by hosting pink-themed events, wearing pink clothing, and raising awareness about breast cancer prevention and early detection. The funds raised during Wear It Pink go directly towards funding research, providing support services, and advocating for better breast cancer care.
Here are some social media content ideas to engage your audience on Wear It Pink:

Share tips for hosting a pink-themed fundraising event at work or school.
Encourage followers to wear pink and post a photo using a dedicated hashtag.
Highlight the importance of breast cancer research and how donations make a difference.
Post stories of breast cancer survivors and their journeys.
Share facts about breast cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment options.
Create a poll asking followers if they plan to participate in Wear It Pink this year.
Highlight the role of fundraising in advancing breast cancer treatments and care.
Post about how individuals can get involved and donate to breast cancer research.
Share inspiring quotes from breast cancer advocates and survivors.
Encourage followers to spread the word about breast cancer awareness and participate in Wear It Pink.

#WearItPink #BreastCancerAwareness #FightBreastCancer #PinkForACause

Source: Wear It Pink | Awareness Days

World Brain Tumour Awareness Week
2025-10-25 - 2025-11-01
This Brain Tumour Awareness Week, take the time to learn the symptoms of #BrainTumours.
According to the NHS, the symptoms of brain tumours may vary depending on the exact part of the brain affected, but common symptoms include:

headaches
seizures (fits)
persistently feeling sick (nausea), being sick (vomiting) and drowsiness
mental or behavioural changes, such as memory problems or changes in personality
progressive weakness or paralysis on one side of the body
vision or speech problems

Sometimes you may not have any symptoms to begin with, or they may develop very slowly over time.
If you’re suffering from a brain tumour, support is out there. Take a look on the community map to find organisations near you.
Find out more from the International Brain Tumour Alliance: https://theibta.org/

National Pumpkin Day
2025-10-26
National Pumpkin Day is observed on October 26th to celebrate one of the most beloved symbols of #Autumn.
As soon as October arrives, pumpkins are found everywhere from food to drinks and even as decorations.
People visit pumpkin patches to find their perfect pumpkins to carve for #Halloween and walk around sipping their pumpkin spice lattes. Pumpkin pies are an essential Thanksgiving staple for Americans as pumpkins represent everything cosy and loved about Autumn.

Pumpkins Trivia

Pumpkins come in many different colours like orange, pink, white, red, green, and even blue pumpkins! They also come in different sizes, one of the smallest varieties being called the ‘Jack-be-little’.
The world’s heaviest pumpkin was grown in Italy in 2021. It was over 17ft in circumference and weighed 1226kg, the equivalent of an average of ten baby elephants!
The most expensive pumpkin seed was bought for £1250 (or $1,481 in Aug 2022). It was taken from a world record-breaking pumpkin and bought by the company Thompson & Morgan in the hope of breaking a new record.
Illinois is the state that produces the most pumpkins in the USA. The city of Morton IL is known as the Pumpkin Capital of the World since it has a factory responsible for packaging 85% of the world’s canned pumpkins.
According to a survey, pumpkin is America’s favourite Thanksgiving pie filling, with 36% of people preferring it other fillers. Pecan pie came in second place with 17%.

Source: National Pumpkin Day | October 26 – Calendarr

World Stroke Day
2025-10-29
One in four of us will have a stroke in our lifetime. And 90% of those strokes could be prevented by addressing a small number of risk factors including high blood pressure (hypertension), irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation), smoking, diet and exercise.
Join us on October 29th to drive public awareness of stroke symptoms and the need to #ActFAST. With 1 in 4 of us at risk of stroke in our lifetime, it’s in everyone’s interest to know the signs of stroke. Time lost is brain lost and seeking emergency care as soon as symptoms are spotted saves lives and can enable treatments that improve our chances of a full recovery.
#WorldStrokeDay is focused primarily on prevention with a focus on getting a health check to identify and help manage key risk factors for stroke

hypertension
smoking
atrial fibrillation
cholesterol
diabetes

Check for signs of a stroke
The main symptoms of a stroke can happen suddenly. They may include:

face weakness – one side of your face may droop (fall) and it might be hard to smile
arm weakness – you may not be able to fully lift both arms and keep them there because of weakness or numbness in 1 arm
speech problems – you may slur your words or sound confused

The easiest way to remember these symptoms is the word FAST. This stands for: face, arms, speech and time to call 999.
#ActFast
Sources: World Stroke Day 2025 | World Stroke Organization
Symptoms of a stroke – NHS

Befriending Week
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-07
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.

During 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.

Befriending 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.

This 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.

Do you have any befriending stories? Please share with us in the comments.

#Befriending #ReduceIsolation #PeopleHelpingPeople

Befriending Week — Befriending Networks

Movember
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-30
As always, this month is Movember !
On average, men die 5 years earlier than women, and this needs to change.
One 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.
Have you noticed something out of the ordinary with your body? Don’t leave it too late, book a doctor’s appointment today.
Source: Healthline
#Movember #MensHealth
Find out more about Movember: Movember | Changing the face of men’s health – Movember

National Stress Awareness Day
2025-11-05
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.
But 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.
Ways to deal with stress include:

Breathing exercises
Practising mindfulness
Getting a good night’s sleep
Writing down the things that make you stressed

Source: NHS

Find out more from:
International Stress Management Association: https://isma.org.uk/
Stress Management Society: https://www.stress.org.uk/

Odd Socks Day
2025-11-10
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 message of diversity and acceptance to combat the harmful impact of #Bullying.
#AntiBullyingWeek #OddSocksDay

Find out more here: https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/anti-bullying-week/odd-socks-day/what-odd-socks-day

Anti-Bullying Week
2025-11-10 - 2025-11-14
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 to counter the harm and hurt that bullying causes.
Following 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.
The 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.
This 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.
Together, we can use our Power for Good to end bullying — for good.
Source: Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good
#ReachOut #AntiBullyingWeek #MakeANoiseAboutBullying #ChooseRespect

Remembrance Day
2025-11-11
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 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.
It 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.
All British Commonwealth countries also observe Remembrance Day. The holiday is sometimes also called Armistice Day or Poppy Day.
Remembrance Sunday in the UK is always held on the second Sunday in November each year.

Source: Remembrance Day 2023, 2024 and 2025 – PublicHolidays.co.uk

World Kindness Day
2025-11-13
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 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.
The 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.”
The 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.
Source: World Kindness Day 2022. What is it exactly? How is it observed?

Transgender Awareness Week
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-19
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, #Transgender people face a lot of discrimination. A lot of the stories told about trans people focus on the difficulties of being trans and rarely share positive stories. Transgender Awareness Week creates a space for celebrating transgender joy and encourages a shift in the popular narrative.
There is a unique kind of joy experienced by trans people that can come from a number of things that cisgender people might take for granted. Things that add to this joy include being addressed with the correct pronouns, being fully accepted in new spaces, or being perceived as their correct gender.
This is also a week for non-transgender people (known as ‘cisgender’) to learn more about the #TransCommunity from the trans community. It’s essential that cisgender people learn about transgender people from the actual community rather than secondary sources.
Source: Transgender Awareness Week 2025 | Twinkl Event – Twinkl

International Men's Day
2025-11-19
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 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.
International 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.
#InternationalMensDay #LeadingByExample #ZeroMaleSuicide

Find Out More: https://internationalmensday.com/

Carers Rights Day
2025-11-20
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 support and benefits.
Carers 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.
Get involved in Carers Rights Day and help carers in your network and local community know about their rights and the wider support available.
As 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.
#CarersRights #RecogniseYourRights #CarersSupport
*Source: Carers Rights Day | Carers UK

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World Children's Day
2025-11-20
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.
This 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.
From 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.
This World Children’s Day, join us and listen to the future!
Only 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.
Source: World Children’s Day 2025
#ListenToTheFuture #UNICEF #WorldChildrensDay #ChildrensRights

Transgender Day of Remembrance
2025-11-20
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.
“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
Source: Glaad

Find Out More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transgender_Day_of_Remembrance

White Ribbon Day
2025-11-25
White Ribbon Day sees the start of 16 Days of Action against domestic and sexual violence.
White Ribbon is a campaign led by men, aimed at putting an end to male violence against women. Men across the globe raise awareness and show their support for the campaign by wearing a white ribbon.
1 in 4 women will be a victim to sexual assault or attempted assault in their lifetimes. (National Audit Office, 2025)
Culture change doesn’t happen overnight, but we can end men’s violence against women and girls in our lifetimes.
This years theme is #WeSpeakUp. Letting sexism slide puts women and girls at risk. Sexist jokes, catcalling, staring, and comments might seem harmless, but they are serious because they can lead to violence and abuse.
This White Ribbon Day, we want more men to use their voices and speak up to create a world where everyone is safe, equal and respected.
Every time we ignore something that doesn’t feel right, we miss a chance to set a better example.
Violence experienced by women and girls takes many forms. Some behaviours and words may seem ‘harmless’ but normalising them ignores the short- and long-term effects on women and can lead to more extreme violence.
#WhiteRibbonDay #NoExcuseForAbuse #WeSpeakUp
Find out more about White Ribbon Day: https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/

World AIDS Day
2025-12-01
Today is World Aids Day, this annual event serves as an important reminder that we must remain steadfast in our commitment to prevent new HIV infections and provide essential services to all people living with HIV globally. In the UK, more than 105,000 people are living with HIV. Globally, an estimated 38 million people live with the virus. More than 35 million people have died of HIV or AIDS related illnesses over the past 40 years, making it one of the most destructive pandemics in history.
Its also a good opportunity to clear up misconceptions about the disease, which may lead to prejudice.

HIV cannot be spread through touch, tears, sweat, saliva, or pee. It can only be spread through blood, semen, vaginal fluid or breast milk
Mosquitos cannot spread HIV among humans
HIV can be spread among heterosexual couples
Treatment for HIV doesn’t involve taking dozens of pills a day – most only take 1-4 a day
People with HIV can still safely have children
Contracting HIV doesn’t mean your life is over – With treatment, it’s possible to live a long and healthy life, just like anyone else

#RockTheRibbon #WorldAidsDay #LivingwithHIV
Source: WebMD

Homelessness Awareness Week
2025-12-01 - 2025-12-07
Homelessness Awareness Week, held annually in December, is a vital initiative that shines a spotlight on the issues faced by individuals experiencing homelessness. The week promotes understanding, compassion, and action, encouraging communities to work together to address the root causes of homelessness and support those affected.
Organisations, charities, and local councils often host events such as fundraising drives, volunteer initiatives, and educational workshops to raise awareness. These efforts highlight the importance of safe and stable housing, mental health support, and access to essential services in breaking the cycle of homelessness.
Homelessness Awareness Week is also an opportunity to challenge stereotypes and advocate for policy changes that address systemic issues. By amplifying the voices of those with lived experiences, the week fosters empathy and encourages meaningful engagement to create lasting solutions.
#HomelessnessAwarenessWeek #EndHomelessness #SupportTheHomeless #HousingForAll #CommunityCare #AffordableHousing
Source: Homelessness Awareness Week | Awareness Days

National Grief Awareness Week
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-08
National Grief Awareness Week is a time to raise awareness of the impact of #Grief and #Bereavement.
The bereaved often have to hide their grief from others. Sometimes it is from their friends and family as they do not want to burden them. Sometimes it is from their colleagues at work. Please look out for them, check they are okay, in the early days and ongoing. They may look alright, they may be going to work, but deep inside they could be struggling and just need your support and understanding.
We are often afraid to mention the person’s name who has died. We think we will upset our friend or family member, but it is generally the opposite. By saying their name, remembering them and talking about them, you are helping to share your love and affection for that person. This is very important and will help those grieving to know that you will help to keep their memory alive.
There is a myth that you ‘get over’ grief. That you ‘move on’. You don’t. You move forward with your grief, but you may be affected by a bereavement throughout your whole life. Often after the funeral, people leave and things go ‘back to normal’. This is the time when the bereaved most need support, when they feel alone and isolated. We need to understand that there are triggers that may come from nowhere that will affect them in the weeks, months and years after the death.
So lets normalise talking about grief, to ensure grief becomes an easier topic to discuss and lets raise the profiles of #Charities and the breadth of support we have in the UK offering tailored help for any bereavement.

This year the theme is “Growing with Grief”

Losing a loved one feels like an ending in so many ways, but in time, it can also become the ground from which something new begins. After that loss, we can’t go back to who we were, but instead, we can grow into someone new shaped by love, memories, and resilience. This growth doesn’t erase the pain, but it allows HOPE to return. We may even become more present, more compassionate, more aware of what truly matters in life.
#BetterTogether #NGAW2025 #GrowingWithGrief
Source: National Grief Awareness Week (thegoodgrieftrust.org)

Giving Tuesday
2025-12-02
Giving Tuesday, celebrated the Tuesday after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, is a global day of generosity where individuals, businesses, and organisations are encouraged to give back to their communities through donations, volunteer work, and acts of kindness. This day is all about shifting the focus from consumerism to compassion, reminding everyone that the holiday season is a time to help those in need.
The Giving Tuesday movement, which started in 2012, has grown into a worldwide celebration of generosity. It’s an opportunity for everyone to support causes that matter to them, whether through financial donations, volunteering time, or raising awareness. From local charities to global initiatives, Giving Tuesday offers endless opportunities to make a positive impact.
It’s a day to reflect on what we can give, not just financially, but in terms of time, kindness, and resources to uplift others. Businesses often join in by matching donations, sponsoring charitable events, or organising volunteer activities for their employees.
#Volunteer #GivingTuesday #GiveBack #DonateForGood #GlobalDayOfGiving #SupportLocalCharities #GenerosityMatters #SpreadKindness
Source: Giving Tuesday | Awareness Days

International Day of Persons with Disabilities
2025-12-03
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed annually on 3rd December, promotes the rights, dignity, and well-being of individuals with disabilities around the world. This day, established by the United Nations, aims to raise awareness of the barriers that people with disabilities face, while also celebrating their achievements and contributions to society.
The theme for the day often varies, highlighting different aspects of disability rights such as employment, education, and accessibility. The focus is always on creating more inclusive environments where people with disabilities can fully participate in all areas of life. Governments, organisations, and individuals come together on this day to promote equal opportunities and advocate for changes that can improve the quality of life for millions of people.
It is also a day to break down misconceptions about disabilities and challenge the stigma and discrimination that individuals with disabilities often face. Through awareness, advocacy, and action, this day helps create a world where everyone, regardless of ability, can thrive.

Source: International Day of Persons with Disabilities | Awareness Days

International Volunteer Day
2025-12-05
Today is International Volunteer Day – A day to promote volunteerism, encourage more people to consider volunteering, and encourage governments to support volunteering efforts.
Volunteers are the glue that holds together many charitable organisations. Without their efforts, many charities would struggle to make the vital impact that helps so many people to live their lives every day.
Theme of the day 2025
International Volunteer Day theme is “Solidarity through volunteering.” The theme aims to gather all people to volunteer work for social and economic development and to change people’s mindsets to build a better world. This time is not to stand alone, but we must stand with each other to work together. We must act together for the future of our planet and start acting upon this idea right now before it becomes too late because sustainable human development and a spirit of equity underpin all interactions in this world.
We’d love to hear your volunteering stories, leave a comment on our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram pages to share them with us.

Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/volunteer-day

Human Rights Day
2025-12-10
Human Rights Day is observed by the international community every year on 10 December. It commemorates the day in 1948 the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
The formal inception of Human Rights Day dates from 1950, after the Assembly passed resolution 423 (V) inviting all States and interested organizations to adopt 10 December of each year as Human Rights Day.
When the General Assembly adopted the Declaration, it was proclaimed as a “common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations”, towards which individuals and societies should “strive by progressive measures, national and international, to secure their universal and effective recognition and observance”.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights sets out a broad range of fundamental rights and freedoms to which all of us are entitled. It guarantees the rights of every individual everywhere, without distinction based on nationality, place of residence, gender, national or ethnic origin, religion, language, or any other status.
Although the Declaration is not a binding document, it inspired more than 60 human rights instruments which together constitute an international standard of human rights. Today the general consent of all United Nations Member States on the basic Human Rights laid down in the Declaration makes it even stronger and emphasizes the relevance of Human Rights in our daily lives.
The High Commissioner for Human Rights, as the main United Nations rights official, and the Office of the High Commissioner play a major role in coordinating efforts for the yearly observation of Human Rights Day.

#HujmanRightsDay #HumanRights
Source: OHCHR

International Animal Rights Day
2025-12-10
International Animal Rights Day is celebrated on December 10th every year globally, for the rights and welfare of animals.
The day seeks people to address the rights of animals, both domestic and wild. The day is celebrated to pay tribute to and advocate animal rights.
On this day, animal lovers can encourage their friends, family, relatives, or communities to provide a voice for animal rights. They deserve our respect, love, and fair treatment. Whether a parent, teacher, grandparent or friend, those who have an influence on children can take this time to teach them how to value and respect the animals in the world. Perhaps use International Animal Rights Day as a motivator to talk about #Conservation, learn about animals that are on endangered or at-risk species lists, and practice ways to be more kind to the animals and the environment.
#AnimalRights #InternationalAnimalRightsDay

Source: http://internationalanimalrightsday.org/

Christmas Jumper Day
2025-12-11
Each year in December, the UK celebrates Christmas Jumper Day.
The aim of the day is to raise awareness and funding for children in need across the world. Aside from affording these children the fundamentals that they need to live, the day allows children to still see the wonderful side of our planet and retain the strength of their imagination.
#ChildrenInNeed #XmasJumperDay #SaveTheChildren
Source: Christmas Jumper Day 2025 | Save the Children UK

International Migrants Day
2025-12-18
As we observe International Migrants Day on December 18th, we reflect upon the challenges and difficulties faced by over 272 million migrants courageously building new lives in every corner of the world. The reality of migration is more than just starting over.
Migrants travel in search of security and opportunities that will allow them to reinvent themselves. Others are escaping from discrimination and prejudice. Host societies need to evolve and welcome these communities for a better tomorrow.
This past year, we saw record levels of internal displacement, rising humanitarian needs across ongoing and new crises, and, tragically, the highest-ever death toll of migrants in transit. Yet, alongside these challenges, are stories of resilience, progress and hope. Where safe and well-managed migration holds extraordinary potential. Migrants play critical roles in labour markets, filling skills gaps, driving innovation and entrepreneurship, and addressing demographic challenges in aging societies. Migrants boost economic growth and provide a lifeline to families and communities back home, driving development.
The evidence is overwhelming that when migration is managed safely and strategically, it can be a powerful force for good. By supporting regular pathways for migration, we can enable opportunities for migrants, better protect their rights, and contribute to greater prosperity in the countries migrants come from and those that host them.
Together, one step at a time, we can continue building a world where migration is safe, orderly, and beneficial – for everyone.
#MigrantsDay #InternationalMigrantsDay #Refugees
Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/migrants-day

Festival of Winter Walks
2025-12-20 - 2026-01-04
The Festival of Winter Walks is an annual event that encourages people to embrace the beauty of #Winter by going for walks in nature. It’s a celebration of the great outdoors during the colder months and an opportunity to connect with nature, stay active, and enjoy the crisp, winter air.
The Festival of Winter Walks is a time to explore the tranquillity and serenity of winter landscapes. It encourages individuals and families to bundle up, step outside, and go for refreshing walks in parks, forests, and scenic areas.
Celebrating the Festival of Winter Walks is all about embracing the magic of winter landscapes and enjoying the benefits of outdoor activity. Here are some ways to celebrate:

Plan a Winter Hike: Choose a nearby nature trail, park, or woodland area and plan a winter hike with friends or family.
Explore Local Scenery: Take the time to explore the beauty of your local surroundings, whether it’s a snowy forest or a frosty beach.
Stay Warm: Bundle up in warm clothing, wear comfortable boots, and bring along hot beverages or snacks to enjoy during your walk.
Birdwatching: Winter is a great time for birdwatching, as many species of birds can be spotted more easily without the foliage of spring and summer.
Photography: Capture the stunning winter landscapes with your camera and share your photos with friends and on social media

#WinterWalks #FestivalOfWinterWalks #NatureExploration #WinterWonderland #OutdoorAdventure #StayActive
Source: Festival Of Winter Walks 2025 | December 20, 2025 | Awareness Days

National Robin Day
2025-12-21
Did you know there is an annual awareness day for robins? National Robin Day is on the 21st December, created by the charity Songbird Survival in 2016 as a way to raise awareness of not only robins but also all small garden birds who may struggle to survive the cold winter months.
Winter can be a particularly difficult time for the UK’s garden birds. Many of their natural food sources such as insects and seeds are not available, and they often rely on the food we put out for them to give them enough energy to get through winter and prepare for the breeding season ahead.
#NationalRobinDay was set up to inspire collective action to help save our garden birds and not take for granted the wonderful wildlife that surrounds us.
#Conservation #GardenBirds #SaveOurGardenBirds
Source: https://www.birdspot.co.uk/a-little-bird/events/national-robin-day-help-save-our-garden-birds

Christmas Day
2025-12-25
Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but also a time when many people feel lonely and isolated. Loneliness can affect anyone, at any age, and it can have a serious impact on our health and wellbeing. According to the Office for National Statistics, almost one in 14 people aged 16 or over in Great Britain say they are lonely, up 40% since last spring1.
That’s why we at aDoddle.org are working hard to connect people and communities across the UK. We believe that everyone deserves to have an easy and accessible way to find help, give help and get connected locally. Our online platform allows you to search for local charities, community groups, events, resources and opportunities to #Volunteer that match your needs and interests. Whether you are looking for support, friendship, or a way to make a difference, you can find it on aDoddle.org.
This #Christmas, we invite you to join us in our mission to #EndLoneliness and build stronger, more resilient communities. You can start by visiting our website and exploring the amazing organisations and projects that are happening near you. You can also follow us on social media and share your stories of how you are connecting with others and making a positive impact. And you can help us spread the word by telling your friends and family about aDoddle.org and encouraging them to get involved.
Together, we can make finding and connecting with local support and opportunities “a doddle” for everyone. Together, we can make this Christmas a little less lonely and a lot more festive. Thank you for being part of our aDoddle community and we wish you a very merry Christmas and a happy new year! 🎄🎁🎉

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