Dia de los Muertos/All Saints Day/All Souls Day
While the name changes depending on the culture and how it is celebrated, this is a multi-day celebration to honor those who have passed on.
While the name changes depending on the culture and how it is celebrated, this is a multi-day celebration to honor those who have passed on.
Black History Month is observed throughout February. Its goal is to lift up the Black community by taking note of often-overlooked individuals and moments in history.
Not every culture follows the same calendar. For many Chinese people and those with Chinese heritage, the new year begins on February 1, 2022. Keep in mind that the exact date changes every year due to the nature of the lunisolar calendar.
While it may not be an official holiday, it is a sporting event that millions watch every year. Since the Super Bowl is always on a Sunday, hopefully, everyone will have the day off. However, you can still bring the fun sporting spirit to your workplace before sending everyone home for the weekend.
We tend to frame Valentine’s Day as a romantic holiday for couples. However, in many parts of the world, it is observed as a day of love and friendship. With this perspective in mind, it is easier to work this celebration into your workplace.
This date is believed to be the day Buddha died after reaching Nirvana. Celebration typically centers around meditation and spending time in temples or monasteries.
All across the world, billions of people are struggling to achieve basic human rights and equality. World Day of Social Justice is a day meant for us to reflect on where we are lacking and promote actions that help people obtain the equity they deserve.
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 to help the public at large better understand the nature of these disorders.
This observance is held twice a year. People are encouraged to sport pink shirts as a visible public stance against bullying. It is also an important time for workplaces to make their stance on bullying clear and remind their employees that their workplace is an inclusive and safe one.
In English, this is the “Great Night of Shiva.” A Hindu festival, it celebrates the Deity Lord Shiva and commemorates the coming of summer. The focus of this holiday is on self-reflection – something we could all use a little more of.
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 we get to show our love for how they enrich our lives.
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 Irish Americans. Since it is the second most common heritage in the U.S. (only German outranks it), observing this month will honor a large percentage of your workforce.
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 is in ending the stigma around developmental disabilities. This observance focuses on creating inclusive communities where those with developmental disabilities play vital roles.
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 genuine equality for all people, no matter their gender.
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 also a focus on the future and elevating women so they can achieve great things.
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 also a focus on the future and elevating women so they can achieve great things.
Seen as an annual reminder of mortality and the human connection with the divine, this date marks the first day of Lenten discipline. While the way it is celebrated varies, many observe it with fasting and prayer.
If you are doing a great job, your employees already know how much you value them. Still, you don’t want to let March 4 pass you by without showing them a little extra appreciation. In addition to the usual email, give each employee a special gift that will serve as a reminder of how much they are valued.
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