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Awareness Days, events and support groups in 2025

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Health
Wellbeing
World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2026
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October 10, 2026

A unified day of action to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care around the world.

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Mental Health
Health
Social Changemaker
World Mental Health Day 2026
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October 10, 2026

World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma, observed on October 10th every year.

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UNSDG
International Day of the Girl 2026
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October 11, 2026

A UN observance to recognize girls' rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world, promoting their empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.

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LGBTQ+
Diversity & Inclusion
D&I
National Coming Out Day 2026
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October 11, 2026

An annual civil awareness day for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people to celebrate coming out.

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OCD
Mental Health
OCD Awareness Week 2026
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October 11, 2026

A week dedicated to raising awareness of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), correcting misconceptions, and promoting effective treatment.

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Food & Drink
Chocolate Week 2026
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October 12, 2026

A UK-wide celebration of fine chocolate, involving events, tastings, and promotions to showcase quality chocolate products.

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Food & Drink
National Baking Week 2026
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October 12, 2026

A week dedicated to promoting the joy of baking, encouraging people to get into the kitchen and bake something to share.

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Health
Wellbeing
World Arthritis Day 2026
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October 12, 2026

A day dedicated to raising awareness of arthritis and rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, promoting early diagnosis and treatment.

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Neurodiversity
D&I
Diversity & Inclusion
Accessibility
Dyspraxia Week 2026
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October 13, 2026

A week dedicated to raising awareness of dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder), promoting support, and celebrating the skills of those affected.

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Education
UNSDG
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2026
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October 13, 2026

A UN observance to raise awareness about the importance of reducing exposure to disasters and managing the risks faced by people and communities globally.

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Sustainability
Environment
Technology
International E-Waste Day 2026
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October 14, 2026

A global awareness day encouraging the proper disposal and recycling of electronic waste.

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D&I
Diversity & Inclusion
Human Resources
Talent Management
Conflict Resolution Day 2026
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October 15, 2026

A global observance to promote conflict resolution, mediation, and arbitration as alternatives to violence and litigation.

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Health
UNSDG
Global Handwashing Day 2026
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October 15, 2026

A global campaign dedicated to raising awareness of handwashing with soap as a key way to prevent diseases and save lives.

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D&I
Diversity & Inclusion
LGBTQ+
Spirit Day
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October 15, 2026

An annual observance encouraging millions of people to wear purple to show support for LGBTQ youth and take a stand against bullying.

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Diversity & Inclusion
D&I
Wear Red Day for Anti-Racism 2026
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October 16, 2026

A national day encouraging people to wear red and donate to Show Racism the Red Card, an anti-racism education charity.

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Food & Drink
UNSDG
World Food Day 2026
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October 16, 2026

A day celebrated worldwide to commemorate the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, focusing on global food security and tackling hunger.

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UNSDG
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2026
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October 17, 2026

A UN observance dedicated to raising awareness about the need to eradicate poverty and destitution in all countries, emphasizing the dignity of people living in poverty.

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D&I
UNSDG
Anti-Slavery Day 2026
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October 18, 2026

A day in the UK to raise awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery and encourage government, law enforcement, and businesses to take action.

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Wellbeing
Health
Menopause
World Menopause Day 2026
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October 18, 2026

An annual event to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and well-being.

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D&I
Diversity & Inclusion
International Pronoun Day 2026
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October 21, 2026

An annual observance seeking to make respecting and sharing personal pronouns commonplace.

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Neurodiversity
Wellbeing
International Stammering Awareness Day 2026
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October 22, 2026

A day dedicated to raising public awareness of stuttering/stammering and advocating for equal rights and opportunities for people who stammer.

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Leadership & Governance
Includability
World Values Day 2026
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October 22, 2026

A global day encouraging people to think about their deepest values and use them to make a positive difference in the world.

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Health
Wellbeing
Wear It Pink 2026
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October 23, 2026

A major fundraising event for Breast Cancer Now, encouraging people to wear pink and raise money for breast cancer research and support.

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UNSDG
United Nations Day 2026
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October 24, 2026

Marks the anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter in 1945, celebrating the organization's work in promoting peace, development, and human rights globally.

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