Diversity Observances

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Native American Heritage Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Korean American Day.

The National Day of Healing is celebrated annually the day after the national holiday for Martin Luther King Jr.

Celebrate Black History Month and discover the pivotal moments and achievements that have shaped history and culture.

March was chosen to be National Women's History Month in the United States, declared as such by a biennial Joint Resolution of the U.S. Congress in 1987.

March is Irish-American Heritage Month in USA as St. Patrick's Day falls on 17th March.

This observance underscores Iraq's commitment to religious harmony and the protection of its Christian minority.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Equal Pay Day

The date of this holiday changes each year as it is observed on the day that women's earnings catch up to men's from the year before.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Smart & Sexy Day.

This day is meant for trans people around the world to celebrate who they are, and to offer support to those who haven't been able to come out yet.

National Arab American Heritage Month celebrates the Arab American heritage and culture and pays tribute to the contributions of Arab Americans.

A United Nations day that promotes a Culture of Peace with Love and Conscience.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Romani Day.

National ASL Day is a day of observance celebrating American Sign Language.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Spanish Language Day 

Find out the dates, history and traditions of English Language Day 

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Jewish American Heritage Month.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of South Asian Heritage Month

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Haitian Heritage Month

Asian Pacific Americans account for nearly 5% of the American population and the group is projected to be the fastest-growing major population category over the next half-century.

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with us and discover the rich tapestry of history, culture, and achievements that shape Canada's vibrant diversity.

A day to recognize and celebrate the uniqueness and diversity of humanity.

Let's help break barriers for individuals with disabilities for National Barrier Awareness Day!

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development 

The General Assembly of the United Nations declared May 22 as the International Biodiversity Day to raise the awareness of citizens and increase understanding of the importance of its conservation and sustainable use.

Celebrate International Black Heritage Month and unite in diversity with events that honor global cultural milestones in June.

National Indigenous History Month honours the legacy, heritage and resilience of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples across Canada.

Until fairly recently, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) individuals did not have a specific month during which to celebrate and commemorate Pride Days in the United States.

This month-long observance promotes the rich culture and heritage of the Caribbean American people and their contribution to the United States of America.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Russian Language Day 

Loving Day is an unofficial national holiday that, much like its name, revolves around affection and strong relationships, but its history is more deeply rooted in not-so-distant racism and segregation in the United States.

The arrival of the Empire Windrush in 1948 heralded a new age of multiculturism in the UK.

National CROWN Day is a day of solidarity for the human rights of Black women, men, and children to wear their natural hair boldly, and proudly, without the fear of being discriminated against in school or the workplace.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Caribbean Community Day.

World Population Day is observed annually on 11 July to focus the attention on the urgency and importance of population issues.

Indigenous people speak an overwhelming majority of the world’s estimated 7,000 languages and represent 5,000 different cultures.

Celebrates the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of the International Day for People of African Descent.

A day where people are encouraged to celebrate kinky, coiled or curly afro textured hair and to learn more about it.

The monthlong period is a time to learn about the people who have influenced America in such a great way and learn about the culture that has significantly influenced American culture.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Māori Language Week.