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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Every year on 3rd March its World Hearing Day, which exists to raise awareness on how to prevent #Deafness and hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care across the world. This year, WHD highlights the theme “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children.” The campaign focuses on two imperatives: Preventing avoidable childhood […]
The 5th March this year is World Book Day! #WorldBookDay changes lives through a love of books and shared reading. Their mission is to promote reading for pleasure, offering every child and young person the opportunity to have a book of their own. Reading for pleasure is the single biggest indicator of a child’s future […]
The 8th March is International Women's Day! The day focuses on celebrating women and striving for a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. […]
On 8th March 2026, let’s all come together for the 6th UK National Day of Reflection. It was first celebrated in 2021 to mark the first anniversary of the first lockdown. It's a special moment to remember everyone who died during the #Pandemic. We're encouraging everyone to take part in a minute's silence, share the name of […]
Empathy Week is an innovative educational festival that encourages students, educators, and communities to explore the power of #Empathy and how it can transform relationships, societies, and the world. Held annually, this week-long event brings together schools, communities, and global thought leaders to engage in various activities designed to develop empathy and emotional intelligence in […]
Young Carers Action Day is celebrated every year in mid-March, shining a spotlight on the invaluable contributions and challenges faced by young carers around the world. It’s a day dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role young carers play in providing care and support for family members or friends who have illnesses, disabilities, or […]
World Kidney Day is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness of the importance of our #kidneys. On March 12th, we invite everyone to celebrate World Kidney Day and advance kidney health education. This years theme is "Are Your Kidneys OK?" -Detect early, protect kidney health. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is estimated to affect approximately […]
March 13th is World Sleep Day! This day is designed to raise awareness of #Sleep as a human privilege that is often compromised by the habits of modern life. The benefits of healthy sleep cannot be overstated, it is a foundational pillar of human health and aids in focus throughout the day. The theme for […]
Mothering Sunday, more commonly known as Mother's Day, is observed in The UK every year on the fourth Sunday of Lent, which means it is a moveable feast. As such it is always three weeks before Easter Sunday. It is a day for celebrating #Mothers and showering them with gifts and treats. The origins of Mothering Sunday […]
What is Neurodiversity Celebration Week? Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how #Neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported by providing schools, universities, and organisations with the opportunity to recognise the many talents and advantages of being neurodivergent, while creating more inclusive and […]
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17, the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The #Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years. On #StPatricksDay, which falls during the Christian season of Lent, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in […]
The Spring Equinox occurs on the 20th of March, marking the transition from winter to spring in the Northern Hemisphere. The Spring Equinox varies its date slightly each year but typically falls around March 20th. This astronomical event holds cultural and spiritual significance across various traditions, symbolising renewal, balance, and the awakening of nature. It’s […]
For World Down Syndrome Day 2026, The theme is what we are asking supporters to talk about on and around World Down Syndrome Day. This year we are calling on everyone around the world to stand Together Against Loneliness Everyone feels lonely sometimes. But for many people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, loneliness is […]
Daylight savings start today in the UK with the start of British Summer Time. Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 29th March 2026 than the day before. Meaning that there will be less light first thing and more light in the evening. History of Daylight Savings: ‘Spring forward, fall back’. In […]
The vision of World Bipolar Day is to bring world awareness to #Bipolar disorders and to eliminate social stigma. Bipolar is a severe mental illness characterised by extreme mood swings and changes in energy levels. Someone with bipolar can have long or short periods of stability but can then go ‘low’ (into deep depression) or […]
April Fools’ Day—celebrated on April 1 each year—has been celebrated for several centuries by different cultures, though its exact origins remain a mystery. April Fools’ Day traditions include playing hoaxes or practical jokes on others, often yelling “April Fools!” at the end to clue in the subject of the April Fools’ Day prank. While its […]
Stress and poor mental health are one of the biggest public health challenges that we’re facing. Sadly, even though that is the case, we are still not taking its impact seriously enough. We continue to separate mental health from physical health and vice versa. The reality is they cannot be separate – they are two […]
Every 15 minutes somebody is diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK, that's nearly 43,000 people each year. Bowel Cancer Awareness Month is a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness and help to drive positive change through education, encouraging conversations, asking questions, sharing and so much more. They say knowledge is power, so this April we’re […]
National Pet Month celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership through educational campaigns and resources across various platforms. National Pet Month celebrates pet ownership, sharing the many benefits of our cherished companions across the UK. Whether they’re providing laughs with their zoomies or snuggling up to us when they sense we’re sad, pets contribute […]
World Autism Awareness Day is an internationally recognized day on April 2 every year, that encourages Member States of the United Nations to take measures to raise awareness about people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) throughout the world. World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) aims to put a spotlight on the hurdles that people with autism […]
Getting involved in National Walk to Work Day on April 3rd could help put you on the right track to a healthier you. With the clocks changing and the mornings getting lighter, there’s no better time to take part in an event like this - you never know it could lead to a new-found enthusiasm […]