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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
March is Women’s History Month. If you can take the whole month to dig deep into women’s history, then absolutely do that. However, if a single-day celebration better fits your company culture calendar, then International Women’s Day fits the bill.
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 on understanding, inclusion and peace. The goal is to share culture and break down barriers between communities.
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. In the evening, a special celebratory meal is often had.
It’s the day when everyone’s Irish! While it technically observes the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, it has evolved into an Irish culture celebration. Get everyone to wear green, bring in their lucky charms, and enjoy the spirit of the day.
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 Festival of Spring and celebrates the blossoming of nature as the seasons change.
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 by the triplication of the 21st chromosome.
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 millions more. This date gives us the chance to reflect on an extremely dark period in our history and the lasting effects of it still observable today.
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 shaped our cultures while also focusing on equity and justice.
The ways in which Arab culture shapes the fabric of the United States are often underappreciated. This month-long celebration helps to correct that, focusing on all the unique qualities of Arab culture and the Arab-Americans who have made the United States the country it is today.
We know; April Fool’s Day has the potential to be a minefield for HR and People operations. However, with the right approach, it is just another day to sit around and laugh with good company. Skip the pranks, set the tone, and make the most of this goofy day.
April is dedicated to reshaping our society to be more accommodating and inclusive of autistic individuals. While engaging in this celebration is great, focus on supporting organizations that are run by autistic adults; many autism-based charities are disconnected from those with autism.
If you can’t give multiple dates this autism awareness, you can just celebrate on April 2. This is a great day to focus on the barriers autistic people face in the workplace, including the struggle of getting the accommodations they need for sensory sensitivities.
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, prayer and looking inward to focus on self-improvement.
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 selecting April 2: it is how far into the year the average woman must work to earn as much as the average man did the previous year. But there is good news here; the date keeps moving earlier and earlier every year, signifying how the wage gap is closing.
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