• June 19th, known as Juneteenth, is a holiday celebrated to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US. The holiday was first celebrated in Texas, where on that date in 1865, in the aftermath of the Civil War, enslaved people were declared free under the terms of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation. You can learn more about this .

• June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day (formerly National Aboriginal Day). This is a day recognizing and celebrating the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Indigenous peoples of Canada. The day was first celebrated in 1996, after it was proclaimed that year by then Governor General of Canada Roméo LeBlanc, to be celebrated annually on June 21st. This date was chosen as the statutory holiday for many reasons, including its cultural significance as the Summer solstice, and the fact that it is a day on which many Indigenous peoples and communities traditionally celebrate their heritage. You can learn more about this . 

• Pride Day, also known as International LGBT+ Pride Day, is celebrated on June 28th to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City's Greenwich Village. The riots were a response to police harassment and social discrimination of the LGBTQ+ community, and sparked a series of protests that galvanized the gay rights movement. The first Pride marches took place on June 28th, 1970, the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, in cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. LGBT pride (also known as gay pride or simply pride) is the promotion of the self-affirmation, dignity, equality, and increased visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people as a social groupYou can read more about this .

• June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the unique mental health challenges men face and to break the stigma surrounding seeking help. Far too often, societal expectations and stereotypes discourage men from speaking openly about their emotions or reaching out for support. This month is a powerful reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health, and that vulnerability is a sign of strength—not weakness. By recognizing Men’s Mental Health Month, we create space for honest conversations, promote access to mental health resources, and encourage all men—fathers, sons, brothers, friends, and colleagues—to prioritize their well-being. Together, we can build a culture where mental health is valued, supported, and destigmatized for everyone. Learn more

• June is nationally recognized as Black Lives Matter Month. This month encourages Americans to stand against racism, educate the public on systemic inequalities, and advocate for racial justice and equality. Standing against racism means pushing back every single time Race is pushed down our throats without consent. Learn more .

• Throughout the month of June, we proudly recognize and celebrate Pride Month, a time to honour the history, resilience, achievements, and ongoing contributions of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Learn more .

• LGBTQ+ Pride Month, often shortened to Pride Month, is celebrated in June. This is a month dedicated to celebration and commemoration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer and transgender community, as well as the accomplishments of LGBTQ+ individuals. The word 'pride' is an integral cultural concept within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex (LGBTQI) community, representing solidarity, collectivity, and identity as well as resistance to discrimination and violence. Pride Month began after the Stonewall riots, a series of gay liberation protests in 1969. You can learn more about this . 

• June is Immigrant Heritage Month. Started in 2004, the month commemorates the 117th anniversary of April 17, 1907, the day in New York City history on which the largest number of immigrants, 11,000, entered the U.S. through Ellis Island.  Immigrant Heritage Month has given people across the United States an opportunity to annually explore their own heritage and celebrate the shared diversity that forms the unique story of America. You can learn more about this . 

• June is Caribbean-American Heritage Month. Started in 2004, Caribbean-American Heritage Month is celebrated by proclamation of the President and Congress in the United States in June to honor the achievements and contributions of Caribbean immigrants and their descendants living in the United States, particularly in government, sports, entertainment, and the arts. You can learn more about this . 

• World Environment Day is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the environment. Celebrated annually on June 5, it is the largest global platform for environmental public outreach, involving millions of people across more than 140 countries. Learn more about this .

• The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT), was celebrated on May 17th. This is a global day to raise awareness and combat discrimination and violence against LGBTQIA+ individuals. It commemorates the World Health Organization's decision in 1990 to remove homosexuality from its list of mental disorders.  Learn more about this

• Monday, May 26th is Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. From 1868 to 1970, it was observed on May 30. Since 1971, it has been observed on the last Monday of May. You can learn more about this . 

• May is Lupus Awareness Month in the United States, and has been since 1979. Lupus can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body. It’s an autoimmune disease, which means that your immune system — the body system that usually fights infections — attacks healthy tissue instead. The month is dedicated to raising awareness about lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide. You can learn more about this .

• May is Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Awareness Month. (CF) is a genetic disease that causes thick mucus to build up in the lungs, digestive tract, and other parts of the body. The thick mucus can clog organs and cause damage or infections. The month is a time for the CF community to share personal stories, learn about the disease, and unite behind the mission of finding a cure for all people with CF. You can learn more about this .

• Held every year on May 21st, the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development celebrates not only the richness of the world's cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development. This is the United Nations–sanctioned observance day for the promotion of diversity and intercultural dialogue. You can learn more. 

• May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Learn preventative skin care habits and seek screenings for early intervention. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and it's also one of the most preventable. Wearing sun protection either in the form of clothing or broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen and seeking shade when outdoors is the first line of defense. You can learn more. 

• May is World Stroke Month. Many health and heart organizations come together every May to raise awareness about the causes and effects of stroke. One of their biggest campaigns is FAST (Face, Arm, Speech, Time), teaching the world to know the symptoms of stroke and how to respond quickly to help save a life. You can learn more.

• Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month is observed throughout May 2026 (May 1–31), honoring the history, culture, and achievements of the AANHPI community. The 2026 theme is “Power in Unity: Strengthening Communities Together,” focusing on collective action and storytelling. You can learn more about this .

• The International Week of Deaf People, also known as Deaf Awareness Week, is May 4th - 10th. This is an annual global event that aims to shed light on the issues faced by the deaf community, promote their culture and achievements, and foster a more inclusive society. The purpose of this holiday is to increase public awareness about the issues affecting deaf people and deaf culture as a whole. You can learn more about this. 

• Thursday, May 21st is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). This is an awareness day focusing on digital access and inclusion for the more than one billion people alive today who live with disabilities or impairments. The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion. It is marked annually on the third Thursday of May. You can learn more about this. 

• May is Women's Health Month, also referred to as Women's Health Awareness Month. Women's Health Month officially kicks off each year on Mother's Day with Women's Health Week, and continues throughout the month of May. Women's Health Month is a time to focus on the importance of taking care of ourselves and our health. This month is an opportunity for women to take the time to make sure they are taking the necessary steps to protect their long-term physical and mental health. You can learn more about this

• ALS Awareness Month is an annual event held in May that aims to raise awareness about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. It's a time for the ALS community to come together, share stories, and advocate for research and support for people living with this progressive neurodegenerative disease

• National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day is May 7th, observed annually on the first Thursday of May, and it aims to raise awareness about the importance of children's mental health and well-being. It is a day to highlight the significant role mental health plays in a child's development and overall health. This day serves as a reminder to prioritize the mental health needs of children and provide support for their emotional and psychological well-being. Learn more about this day . 

• May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This is observed in the United States during the month of May, and recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States on May 7th, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10th, 1869. The majority of the workers who laid the tracks were Chinese immigrants. You can learn more about this .

• May is Jewish American Heritage Month. Each May, hundreds of organizations and Americans of all backgrounds join together to discover, explore, and celebrate the vibrant and varied American Jewish experience from the dawn of our nation to the present day. You can learn more about this . 

• May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 by Mental Health America to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans' lives and to celebrate recovery from mental illness. The month is observed with media, local events, and film screenings. Mental heawareness is the ongoing effort to reduce the stigma around mental illness and mental health conditions by sharing our personal experiences. Often, because of misconceptions about mental health and mental fitness, people often suffer in silence and their conditions go untreated. You can learn more about this . 

• Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting actions to protect the planet, with the goal of fostering a more sustainable and healthy environment for all. The first Earth Day was held in 1970, when a United States senator organized a national demonstration to address growing concerns about environmental damage. It has since grown into a global movement, with Earth Day celebrated in over 192 countries. Learn more about this day .

• April 7th is World Health Day (WHD) which is celebrated on this day every year to mark the anniversary of the founding of WHO in 1948. Each year, a theme is selected to highlight a priority area of public health concern in the world. This year's theme, ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures’ centers around increasing our efforts to end preventable newborn and maternal deaths. Read more about this .

• April 10th is the National Day of Silence. This day, which is a student-led event, is a day of advocacy where LGBTQ+ students and allies take a vow of silence to protest the silencing and erasure of LGBTQ+ people, particularly in schools, and to raise awareness about the challenges they face. It’s a nationally-recognized demonstration where LGBTQ+ students and allies all around the country protest the harmful effects of harassment and discrimination of LGBTQ+ people in schools. Read more about this . 

• Yom HaShoah, or Holocaust Remembrance Day, is a solemn day commemorating the six million Jews murdered by Nazi Germany and its collaborators, as well as the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. Observed on the 27th of Nisan, in 2026 it begins at sundown on April 13 and continues until nightfall on April 14, marked by sirens, ceremonies, and school assemblies. Read more about this .

• International Transgender Day of Visibility (often referred to as TDOV or Trans Day of Visibility) is an annual event occurring every March 31st since 2009. It’s a day dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society. Since the first day of observance, it has since been spearheaded by the U.S.-based youth advocacy organization Trans Student Educational Resources. Read more about this

• April 1st - 9th is Passover. Passover, in Judaism, is a holiday commemorating the Hebrews' liberation escape from slavery in Egypt and the “passing over” of the forces of destruction, or the sparing of the firstborn of the Israelites, when the Lord “smote the land of Egypt” on the eve of the Exodus. You can learn more about this

• April is World Autism Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, fostering understanding, and promoting acceptance of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). World Autism Awareness Day, observed on April 2nd, was established by the United Nations in 2007 to highlight the need for greater support, research, and inclusion for individuals with autism. This day, and the entire month, encourages communities worldwide to celebrate the unique strengths and contributions of autistic individuals while advocating for accessibility, early diagnosis, and resources that empower them to thrive. By increasing awareness and embracing neurodiversity, we can help create a more inclusive and compassionate world for all. Learn more .

• March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day, which began in 2007. The 21st day of March was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. The General Assembly of the United Nations has decided to observe it each year since 2012. You can learn more about this .

• In 2007, the UN designated March 25th as International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and Transatlantic Slave Trade. This annual observance offers the opportunity to honor and remember those who suffered and died at the hands of the brutal slavery system. You can learn more about this  

• Thursday, March 26th is Ram Navami. This is a major Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Rama, the 7th avatar of Vishnu, known for his righteousness and virtue. It falls on the ninth day (Navami) of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Chaitra (March-April). The festival commemorates the victory of good over evil. Read about Ram Navami .

• March 3rd was Purim, a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from annihilation at the hands of an official of the Achaemenid Empire named Haman, as it is recounted in the Book of Esther. Haman was the royal vizier to the Persian king Ahasuerus. Purim is celebrated among Jews by exchanging gifts of food and drink, known as mishloach manot and donating charity to the poor, known as mattanot la-evyonim. You can learn more about this . 

• March 4th was Holi, which is a popular and significant Hindu festival celebrated as the Festival of Colours, Love, and welcoming Spring. It celebrates the eternal and divine love of the deities Radha and Krishna. Additionally, the day signifies the triumph of good over evil, as it commemorates the victory of Vishnu as Narasimha over Hiranyakashipu. You can learn more about this .

• March 6th is Harriett Tubman’s birthday. Tubman was a fierce activist for slavery abolition and became the first woman ever to command a military operation during the American Civil War. You can learn . 

• March 8th is International Women's Day. This day is observed to recognize the cultural, political, social, and economic achievements made by women. It serves as an opportunity to inspire efforts to end gender biases and discrimination and achieve gender equality. You can learn . 

• On February 17th, Ramadan began and goes until March 19th. Ramadan is considered one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims. In Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Qur’an, and fast from food and drink during the sunlit hours as a means of drawing closer to God and cultivating self-control, gratitude, and compassion for those less fortunate. Ramadan is a month of spiritual rejuvenation with a heightened focus on devotion, during which Muslims spend extra time reading the Qur’an and performing special prayers. You can learn more about this . 

• Ethnic Equality Month is celebrated in February every year. It is a period to recognize the similarities all people have, yet acknowledge, appreciate and respect the differences in all of us. So no matter what race you are, or what ethnicity you belong to, everyone is equal and deserves equal rights and equal opportunities. Ethnic Equality Month is a good time to reflect and challenge ourselves, as a group and individually. Learn more about this

• March is Women’s History Month, which highlights contributions that women have made in history and in society. It is celebrated every March to correspond with International Women’s Day on March 8th. The first Women’s History Month was celebrated in 1987, and you can read more about this.

• Gender Equality Month is celebrated every year in March. The whole month is dedicated to celebrating the social, political, cultural, and academic achievements of women in the world. March is also important to raise awareness against gender bias in society. Read more about this  

• Saturday, March 1st, is Zero Discrimination Day. Zero Discrimination Day calls for the elimination of all discrimination. Its goal is to promote both inclusivity and equality across the world. First initiated by the United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS to address the stigma and discrimination faced by people living with HIV/AIDS, this day encourages all people to take a stand against discrimination. Learn more about this day. 

• Tuesday, February 17 is the Lunar New Year. This is a holiday that marks the beginning of the year on the lunisolar calendar. It's celebrated in many Asian countries and communities around the world, including China, Vietnam, and South Korea. The Lunar New Year is a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year. You can learn more about this.

• National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD), celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of February (Feb. 4, 2026), honors the achievements of female athletes, advocates for equality, and promotes the positive impact of sports participation. Founded in 1987, it commemorates Olympic volleyball player Flo Hyman and highlights continued progress for women in athletics.

• World Cancer Day is an international day marked on 4th of February to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. World Cancer Day is led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to support the goals of the World Cancer Declaration, written in 2008. The primary goal of World Cancer Day is to significantly reduce illness and death caused by cancer and is an opportunity to rally the international community to end the injustice of preventable suffering from cancer. The day is observed by the United Nations. Read more about this

• National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) is an annual, February 7th observance dedicated to increasing HIV education, testing, community involvement, and treatment within Black communities. It highlights the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS on Black people in the U.S. and works to reduce stigma, address structural barriers, and promote health equity. Read more .

• Sunday, February 1st, is the start of Black History Month. This is a period in February where the United States celebrates and recognizes the achievements and contributions of Black Americans throughout history, highlighting their impact on American culture and society. It's a time to focus on the experiences and struggles of all African Americans throughout all periods of U.S. history. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs and adversities that are an indelible part of our country's past. You can learn more. 

• Sunday, February 1st is also National Freedom Day. National Freedom Day was established in 1948 to commemorate the historic signing of the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution by President Abraham Lincoln on February 1st, 1865. This amendment outlawed slavery, representing a major step toward achieving equality for all Americans. You can learn more. 

• February is American Heart Month. It is an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and cardiovascular diseases. It serves as a reminder to prioritize heart-healthy lifestyles, learn about heart disease prevention, and support those affected by cardiovascular conditions. Learn more. 

• Wednesday, February 4th is Rosa Parks Day. Rosa Parks Day honors the American Civil Rights hero who refused to give up her seat for a white passenger while riding a city bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Learn more about Rosa Parks. 

Tuesday, January 27th is the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, or the International Day in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust. This is an international memorial day that commemorates the victims of the Holocaust, an event that resulted in the genocide of one third of the Jewish people, along with countless members of other minorities by Nazi Germany between 1933 and 1945. You can learn more about this. 

• World Religion Day is an annual event that takes place on the third Sunday of January to promote understanding, tolerance, and peace between people of different faiths and backgrounds. The day also highlights the idea that the spiritual principles of the world's religions are harmonious and that religions can unite people. Learn more about this . 

• Martin Luther , Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated every year on the third Monday of January to honor the life and legacy of civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It's a day that celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America. The campaign for a federal holiday in King's honor began soon after his assassination in 1968. President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and it was first observed three years later on January 20, 1986. You can learn more about this.

• The National Day of Racial Healing is Tuesday, January 20th. This is a time to contemplate our shared values and create the blueprint together for #HowWeHeal from the effects of racism. Launched in 2017, it is an opportunity to bring ALL people together in their common humanity and inspire collective action to create a more just and equitable world. This day is observed every year on the Tuesday after MLK Day, and you can learn more about this.