International Youth Day

The United Nations International Youth Day is celebrated on this day each year to recognize efforts of the world's youth in enhancing global society. It also aims to promote ways to engage youth in becoming more actively involved in making positive contributions to thei......More

The United Nations International Youth Day is celebrated on this day each year to recognize efforts of the world's youth in enhancing global society. It also aims to promote ways to engage youth in becoming more actively involved in making positive contributions to their communities.

Women's Equality Day

Women’s Equality Day commemorates August 26, 1920 when votes to women officially became part of the U.S. constitution as the 19th Amendment. This day marks a turning point in the history of the struggle for equal treatment of women and women’s rights. Every president ha......More

Women’s Equality Day commemorates August 26, 1920 when votes to women officially became part of the U.S. constitution as the 19th Amendment. This day marks a turning point in the history of the struggle for equal treatment of women and women’s rights. Every president has published a proclamation for Women's Equality Day since 1971 when legislation was first introduced in Congress by Bella Abzug. This resolution was passed designating this day each year as Women's Equality Day.

Patriot Day/Day of Remembrance

Patriot Day is an annual observance to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001. Many Americans refer Patriot Day as 9/11 or September 11. Many people observe a moment of silence at 8:46 AM (Eastern ......More

Patriot Day is an annual observance to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001. Many Americans refer Patriot Day as 9/11 or September 11. Many people observe a moment of silence at 8:46 AM (Eastern Daylight Time). This marks the time that the first plane flew into the World Trade Center.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. This observ......More

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. This observance started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was later expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988. This day is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively.

Mexican Independence Day

El Grito every 16th of September is the day Mexicans all over the world celebrate Mexico’s independence from Spanish rule.

Constitution Day/Citizenship Day

Constitution Day/Citizenship Day is observed each year on September 17 to commemorate the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, to “recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens.” This day celebrates our S......More

Constitution Day/Citizenship Day is observed each year on September 17 to commemorate the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, to “recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens.” This day celebrates our Supreme Law of the Land as the oldest working Constitution in the world.

International Day of Peace

Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on September 21. The General Assembly declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. NDEAM's roots go back to 19......More

Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. NDEAM's roots go back to 1945, when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year "National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week." In 1962, the word "physically" was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a month and changed the name to "National Disability Employment Awareness Month."

Diversity Awareness Month

The goal of celebrating diversity iOS to raise awareness of cultural richness of African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Native Americans, women, gays and lesbians, and other groups. Business can make this month a meaningful opportunity for promoting diversity within thei......More

The goal of celebrating diversity iOS to raise awareness of cultural richness of African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Native Americans, women, gays and lesbians, and other groups. Business can make this month a meaningful opportunity for promoting diversity within their organizations. This is a great time to celebrate, promote and appreciate our society’s global diversity. By communicating with each other, we can help foster an appreciation of both our differences and our similarities.

International Day for the Elderly

In 1990, the United Nations General Assembly designated this day to be dedicated to honor, respect and care for the world's elderly. This holidays the result of the UN World Assembly on Aging, which was formed in 1982 to explore and tend to the needs of the elderly in t......More

In 1990, the United Nations General Assembly designated this day to be dedicated to honor, respect and care for the world's elderly. This holidays the result of the UN World Assembly on Aging, which was formed in 1982 to explore and tend to the needs of the elderly in the world.

LGBT History Month

LGBT History Month is a month-long annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It is observed during October in the United States, to include National Coming Out Day on Octobe......More

LGBT History Month is a month-long annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It is observed during October in the United States, to include National Coming Out Day on October 11. This designation originated in the U.S. and was first celebrated in 1994. This month is intended to encourage honesty and openness about being lesbian gay, bisexual, or transgender.