The theme for World Blood Donor Day 2024 is ‘20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors!’ World Blood Donor Day is celebrated every year by people around the world on June 14. It is celebrated on the birthday anniversary of Karl Landsteiner on June 14, 1868. Landsteiner was awarded the Nobel for his … Continue reading “14 June World Blood Donor Day”
Category: Annual event
Mass Observation Day
On 12 May, the Mass Observation Archive will be repeating its annual call for day diaries, capturing the everyday lives of people across the UK. The written diaries will be stored in the Archive at The Keep in Brighton and be used by a wide range of people for research, teaching and learning. In 1937 … Continue reading “Mass Observation Day”
International Long Covid Awareness Day 15 March
Post by Yas Afifi, Modern Languages student March 2024 marks four years since the first lockdown due to Covid-19, a time which had an effect on us all. For those of us with Long Covid, it marks the point where our lives would change forever. Surprisingly, even after four years, some have still never heard … Continue reading “International Long Covid Awareness Day 15 March”
World Book Day 7 March
Post by Caitlin, Student Experience Ambassador World Book Day is on the 7th March and celebrates the joy of reading and aims to improve access to books for all children. As part of World Book Day, a variety of £1 books are put on sale to encourage accessible reading. They include stories for beginners, early, … Continue reading “World Book Day 7 March”
Time to Talk Day: Breaking the Silence on Mental Health
Time to Talk Day, on February 1st, shines a light on mental health and its presence in our society. In a world where stigma and silence often prevent conversation regarding mental health, this day encourages open dialogue, empathy, and support. This day serves as a reminder that talking about mental health isn’t just beneficial; it’s … Continue reading “Time to Talk Day: Breaking the Silence on Mental Health”
National Puzzle Day
National Puzzle Day recognises the value of puzzles including crosswords, jigsaws, word search and sudoku and is celebrated on 29 January. Spending time on puzzles improves memory, cognitive functions and problem solving skills. Different puzzles can test vocabulary or logical thinking. Whilst puzzles are now considered leisure activities, they were originally used for purely educational … Continue reading “National Puzzle Day”
International Day of People with Disabilities
The International Day of People with Disabilities is celebrated globally each year on 3 December. The day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and to mobilise support for the dignity, rights and wellbeing of people with disabilities. It was first launched in 1992 and now marks over three decades of meaningful change for … Continue reading “International Day of People with Disabilities”
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honours the memory of the transgender people whose lives have been lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. It was started in 1999 by transgender advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honour the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who … Continue reading “Transgender Day of Remembrance”
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is a day of remembrance for all those who have died in war. It takes place on 11th November, the day that World War 1 ended with the country observing a minute of silence at 11am as a chance for reflection. Whilst the day first started as a commemoration of World War 1, … Continue reading “Remembrance Day”
World Mental Health Day 10 October
The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10 October every year. This year’s theme is ‘Mental Health is a universal human right’ The green ribbon is in the international symbol of mental health awareness. Mental health problems exist in our lives, families, workplaces and communities, impacting everyone. We need to do as … Continue reading “World Mental Health Day 10 October”