Do you feel like your company has been missing celebrations that are important to your workforce? Don’t feel bad; you are far from alone. However, while the standard is to just have a holiday party at some point in December and take national holidays off, you’re looking to go further than that.
Observing religious holidays, history months and treasured celebrations spanning a variety of backgrounds isn’t just fun; it’s central to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Our aim is to make it easy for you with a diversity, equity and inclusion calendar you can reference throughout 2022. View it below to learn more about the days you can observe at your workplace and don’t forget to subscribe to our DE&I Calendar!
Calendar of Events
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National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAwareness Week)
Over 30 million people struggle with eating disorders in the United States alone. Unfortunately, they are often overlooked in favor of other mental health struggles. This week-long observance is meant…
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Gender Equality Month
As we are all aware of by now, there are more than just two genders. This month-long celebration aims to help bring greater awareness to gender diversity and work towards…
National Women’s History Month (US)
Anchored in the celebration of notable women throughout American history, this month recognizes the many hidden achievements and contributions of women. In addition to looking to the past, there is…
Greek-American Heritage Month
While the Greek community in the U.S. is small, it has had an incredible impact on the larger culture. During this month, Greek individuals get to celebrate their heritage and…
Irish-American Heritage Month
What better month to celebrate the Irish than March? In addition to Saint Patrick's Day, you can use all of March to take note of the contributions and culture of…
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
While we have come a long way in terms of equality, we still have many miles to go. One of the areas where our culture as a whole is lacking…
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Purim (Jewish)
This Jewish holiday commemorates the salvation of Jewish people who lived under the Persian empire. Gifts of food and drink are exchanged and celebration includes making donations to the poor.…
8 events,
Holi (Hindu)
Chances are high you have heard of Holi, with how popular Holi runs have become all over the world. It's often called the Festival of Love, Festival of Colors and…
International Women’s Day and United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace
While Women's History Month is more centered on the achievements of American women, International Women's Day is about lifting up women across the world. It's also United Nations Day for…
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World Day of Muslim Culture, Peace, Dialogue and Film
Many of us lack awareness of Muslim culture; this day works to remedy that. On this date, we focus on all aspects of Muslim life but specifically with an eye…
7 events,
Equal Pay Day
The meaning behind this observance is clear: a reminder that women still do not earn the same as men in the United States. However, there is an interesting reason for…
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World Down Syndrome Day
Created to increase awareness about Down syndrome, there is a pretty neat reason the 21st day of the third month is the day we celebrate it: Down syndrome is marked…
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Ramadan begins (Canada, dates vary) (Islam)
This date marks the moment Muhammad, a key Islamic prophet and father of Islam, was given the revelations that would come to form the Quran. Ramadan is observed with fasting,…
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International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
While we are over a century removed from the transatlantic slave trade, the practice went on for over 400 years, claiming tens of millions of lives and devastating tens of…
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International Transgender/Gender Nonconforming Day of Visibility
While the tide is changing, representation for trans and gender nonconforming people is still lacking. This day is dedicated to recognizing how trans and nonconforming individuals have contributed to and…
There you have it: an entire 2022 filled with incredible diversity celebrations to add to your workplace DE&I calendar. If you found this calendar helpful, be sure to share it with colleagues and friends.
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