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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…