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1 event, Big Schools' Birdwatch The RSPB's Big Schools' Birdwatch is a citizen science project for schools across the UK. It takes place alongside, the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch. It’s easy (and free!) to get involved, and we find that most children are excited to be a part of this important research. All you have to do […] |
2 events, 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 the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. Holocaust Memorial Day is a time when we seek to learn the lessons of […] |
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4 events, Raynaud’s Awareness Month is observed in February in the United Kingdom to drive awareness about the condition, increase advocacy for people suffering from it, and promote the need for a cure. Up to 10 million people in the UK have a form of Raynaud's and yet research shows that nearly half of UK adults don’t […]  Dignity Action Day has now become Dignity Action Month, and is an annual observance dedicated to promoting and upholding the principles of dignity and respect in the delivery of care services, particularly in healthcare and social care settings. The month serves as a reminder of the importance of treating every individual with #Compassion, understanding, and […]  LGBT+ History Month is a month that’s important to us. Celebrating all parts of who we are is vital to the fight for mental health. And this month, we’re doing just that. It’s a month when we can all remember the people who fought for LGBTQIA+ rights in the past. A chance for people of […] |
5 events, 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 else’s shoes and feel empathy, they help us to relax and escape and they can help develop essential #Literacy skills. In 2025, National Storytelling Week […]  Statistically, in the UK, the first Monday in February is the day most likely for employees to call in sick – and has subsequently been coined ‘National Sickie Day.’ One of the reasons is the first payday since Christmas, “meaning people have been out celebrating all weekend with a particularly heavy one”. Since physical illness […] |
5 events, World Cancer Day is held every year on the 4th of February, and it aims to raise international awareness concerning all types of cancer, those who suffer from it, and prevention and treatment. Created in 2000, World Cancer Day has grown into a positive movement for everyone, everywhere to unite under one voice to face one of […] |
5 events, The 5th February 2026 is Time to Talk Day, which is about creating supportive communities with family, friends, or colleagues about mental health. Time to Talk Day is an annual awareness day held at the beginning of February each year. It’s a day for us all to start a conversation about mental health. Talking about […] | ||||
5 events, Student Volunteering Week, celebrated annually in February, is a week dedicated to encouraging students to get involved in volunteer work, make a positive impact in their communities, and develop valuable skills. This week provides an opportunity for students to discover the benefits of volunteering, such as gaining work experience, meeting new people, and contributing to […]  This week from the 9th-15th February it's Children's Mental Health Week, which was established to shine a spotlight on the importance of children and young people’s mental health. The theme for Children's Mental Health Week 2026 is 'This is My Place', and our aim is to support the systems around children and young people to […] |
6 events, Today the 11th February marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! This day was established in order to achieve full and equal access to and participation in, science for women and girls, and further achieve gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. Did you know? Women are typically given smaller […] |
5 events, February 14th is Valentine's Day, which was originally a Christian feast day in honour of St. Valentine, however in contemporary culture it's more so a day that celebrates our loved ones but also our lost loved ones & the memories we've made with them. Whether you're celebrating romantic love for your partner, platonic love for […] | ||||
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3 events, Today 17th February is all about spreading kindness, as it's Random Acts of Kindness Day! There are so many things you can do to contribute to making the world a kinder place. It doesn't have to be large, and it can even be something for yourself, like taking time out to visit your favourite spot. […] |
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4 events, Care Day, observed on the third Friday in February is a day dedicated to recognising and celebrating the vital work of #Carers and Caregivers who provide essential support to individuals in need, whether due to illness, disability, old age, or other circumstances. This day highlights the often unseen and underappreciated role that caregivers play in […]  On February 20th, we celebrate National Love Your Pet Day, a day to embrace one special trait that makes us human: our love of our pets! There are many things that differentiate humans from the rest of the Animal Kingdom, but one of the more unusual behaviours is our longstanding tendency to keep other animals […] |
3 events, Today, the 21st February, is International Mother Language Day, and was founded in 2000. It is observed every February to celebrate language and encourage the learning of multiple languages and the maintenance of mother languages, especially those that are endangered. This year’s International Mother Language Day highlights the role of young people in shaping the […] |
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3 events, The 23rd February marks the start of Eating Disorders Awareness Week. The week was established to raise awareness of eating disorders and to campaign for the improvement of the treatment in this field. A large part of the campaign is calling for all UK medical schools to introduce proper training on eating disorders, this type […] |
4 events, Today, 27th February, is Stand Up to Bullying Day, launched in 2016 with the support of HRH The Duke of Cambridge. The day seeks to bring the nation together to take a collective stand against all forms of bullying, whether in school, the workplace, online or elsewhere. Bullying can have lasting effects on a person’s […] |
4 events, RARE DISEASE DAY IS TAKING PLACE ON 28th FEBRUARY 2026 Did you know that there are 3.5 million people in the UK living with a rare condition? And that 1 in 17 people will be affected by a rare condition at some point in their lives? Rare Disease Day is a globally coordinated movement dedicated […] |
4 events, National Endometriosis Awareness Month is observed from 1st March each year. It helps to raise awareness about this condition that can be hidden and often unrecognised. #Endometriosis is a disease that affects women when tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows on the outer part of the uterus instead of inside it. Symptoms […]  The National Women’s History Month’s theme for 2026 celebrates Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future. It expands our understanding of sustainability beyond just environmental concerns. It encompasses financial sustainability, community resilience, leadership succession, and intergenerational equity. Whether developing green technologies, advancing economic justice, strengthening education systems, or building civic power – women are […]  On the first day of March we're celebrating International Wheelchair Day! Today is all about celebrating the positive impact that a wheelchair has on the lives of those that use them, and celebrating those who make wheelchairs more readily available, thereby making the world a more accessible place. The Aims of International Wheelchair Day To […] |
