Culture Calendar

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Culture Calendar
We encourage our clients to incorporate diversity & inclusion into internal, and external communications throughout the year. Below are several events and celebrations that occur throughout the year that provide wonderful opportunities for organizations and leaders to show their support for diversity & inclusion.

Culture Calendar

MLK Day (3rd Monday)

Several organizations highlight their commitment to diversity & inclusion in January in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the MLK Day of Service. Never has it been more important to let your workforce know that what your organization is doing to turn Dr. King’s dream into a reality. 

Black History Month

Black History Month became nationally recognized in February of 1976. Since then, companies have been seeking ways to educate and engage their workers throughout the month to celebrate all black Americans have done to pave a way in our country. 

Women's History Month

In 1987, Congress declared March as National Women's History Month in perpetuity. Recognizing all that women have done to improve the world helps cultivate a healthy dynamic in the workplace.

Diversity Month, Ramadan (4/12-5/11)

Celebrating diversity in the workplace helps recognize cultural influences that improve your business from the inside out. Through activities and conversations, your culture grows with your business.


Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.

Mental Health Awareness Month, Jewish American Heritage Month

Employees are the most valuable asset to your company. Educating your teams on the importance of mental health helps cultivate transparency.


Jewish American Heritage Month is an annual recognition and celebration of Jewish American achievements in and contributions to the United States of America.


  

LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Juneteenth (6/19)

First recognized in 1999, LGBTQ+ Pride Month recognizes the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.


Juneteeth, celebrated every year on the 19th of June, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.

Independence Day, Disability Independence Day (7/26)

Independence Day is a federal holiday that commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4, 1776.


National Disability Independence Day on July 26th commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26th, 1990. The ADA provides protection from employment discrimination as well as better access to goods, services, and communications for people with disabilities.

Women's Equality Day (8/26)

Women's Equality Day commemorates the 1920 adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which prohibits the states and the federal government from denying the right to vote to citizens of the United States on the basis of gender.

Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15), Yom Kippur (9/15-9/16)

National Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.


Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year in Judaism.


Global Diversity Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15)

Global Diversity Awareness Month is a reminder of the positive impact a diverse culture of people can have on society as a whole.


National Hispanic Heritage Month continues in October and recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States

American Indian Heritage Month, Hanukkah (11/28-12/6)

American Indian Heritage Month celebrates rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and acknowledges the important contributions of Native people.


The Jewish holiday Hanukkah is a Jewish festival commemorating the recovery of Jerusalem. In 2021, this holiday begins on Sunday, November 28th.

Human Rights Month, Holiday Celebrations

December is Universal Human Rights Month, a time for people in the United States and around the world to join together and stand up for the rights and dignity of all individuals.


The month of December celebrates multiple different holidays and sacred days: Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Years'. Ensure your business is aware of all holidays to enrich and enlighten your culture.


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