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Need a Diversity Calendar for 2025? Get complete DEI and inclusion events, religious observances, awareness months 2025, and more
In 2025, the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion continues to be a central theme in our global conversation. While we have made strides in creating more inclusive environments, there is always room for growth and improvement. A truly thriving society depends on recognizing and celebrating our differences.
Organizations are increasingly focused on developing DEI initiatives that ensure every employee feels valued and included. One effective tool to support these efforts is our Diversity Calendar, which highlights DEI holidays and significant cultural events throughout the year. This calendar serves as a reminder of the importance of inclusion in our daily lives and workplaces.
Below, you’ll find a sample of our diversity and inclusion calendar for 2025, featuring religious holidays, awareness months, and monthly diversity themes. This selection is designed to help you celebrate and integrate these important dates into your personal and professional life.
If a holiday begins the evening before, we will mark it with an asterisk (*) below.
January is a month to celebrate the diverse ways in which we communicate and connect with each other. From recognizing the importance of Braille for the visually impaired to honoring cultural and religious celebrations, this month is about understanding and appreciating the various forms of expression that enrich our world.
January 4 – UN: World Braille Day
Celebrates the importance of Braille for the visually impaired.
January 7 – Coptic & Eastern Orthodox Christian: Christmas
Marks the birth of Jesus Christ according to the Julian calendar.
January 14 – Buddhist: Mahayana New Year
Celebrates the Buddhist New Year in Mahayana traditions.
January 20 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Honors the civil rights leader and his contributions to equality.
January 27 – International Day of Commemoration in Memory of Victims of the Holocaust
Remembers the victims of the Holocaust and promotes Holocaust education.
Learn more about January diversity days with our web-based DEI Calendar suite. Make sure to also check out our Heritage Months 2025 highlights.
February is dedicated to celebrating Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions, achievements, and rich history of Black Americans. This month also includes significant events that promote harmony and awareness across various cultural and health-related spectrums.
February 1 – UN: World Interfaith Harmony Week
Promotes harmony between all people regardless of their faith.
February 2 – Pagan and Wiccan: Imbolc
Celebrates the beginning of spring and the goddess Brigid.
February 4 – World Cancer Day
Raises awareness of cancer prevention, detection, and treatment.
February 17 – Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day)
Honors the birthday of George Washington, the first U.S. President.
February 26 – Hindu: Maha Shivaratri
A major Hindu festival celebrating Lord Shiva.
Read more about February awareness days to celebrate with our February Diversity Calendar 2025, and check out our National Awareness Months 2025 blog post.
March is dedicated to celebrating Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. This month also features important observances across different faiths and cultures, emphasizing the importance of equality and diversity.
March 1 – Islamic: Ramadan
A holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims.
March 5 – Christian: Ash Wednesday
Marks the beginning of Lent, a season of fasting and prayer.
March 8 – International Women’s Day
Celebrates the achievements of women and calls for gender equality.
March 14 – Hindu: Holi
The festival of colors, celebrating the arrival of spring.
March 14 – Sikh: Hola Mohalla
A Sikh festival featuring martial arts, poetry, and community gatherings.
Discover more March religious holidays to celebrate with our Interfaith Calendar 2025.
April is dedicated to World Autism Month, raising awareness and promoting understanding and acceptance of people with autism. This month also includes diverse religious and cultural celebrations, highlighting the rich tapestry of global traditions.
April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day
Promotes understanding and acceptance of people with autism.
April 12 – Jehovah’s Witnesses: The Memorial of Jesus’ Death
Commemorates the death of Jesus Christ.
April 13-20 – Jewish: Passover*
Celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.
April 14 – Sikh, Hindu: Vaisakhi
Marks the Sikh New Year and celebrates the spring harvest.
April 20 – Christian: Easter
Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Learn about more April diversity events with our April Diversity Calendar 2025.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to promote mental well-being and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues. This month also includes events that recognize diverse cultural, religious, and social contributions to our global community.
May 12 – Buddhist: Vesak (Buddha Day)
Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha.
May 15 – Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Promotes digital accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities.
May 17 – LGBTQ+: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
Raises awareness of discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.
May 17 – Veterans: Armed Forces Day
Honors the men and women who serve in the military.
May 28 – Baha’i: Ascension of Baha’u’llah*
Commemorates the passing of the founder of the Baha’i Faith.
Discover more May religious holidays or May heritage events with our May Diversity Calendar 2025. Make sure to celebrate diversity months 2025.
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, celebrating the diversity, history, and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. This month also includes events emphasizing love, acceptance, and the importance of countering hate speech.
June 2-3 – Jewish: Shavuot*
Celebrates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai.
June 7-10 – Islamic: Eid al-Adha*
A major Islamic festival commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son.
June 12 – US: Loving Day
Celebrates the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that struck down laws banning interracial marriage.
June 18 – UN: International Day of Countering Hate Speech
Promotes efforts to combat hate speech worldwide.
June 19 – US: Juneteenth
Commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
Learn more about different June religious holidays and June awareness days with our June Diversity Calendar 2025.
July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities. This month also includes significant cultural and national observances that promote equality and inclusion.
July 4 – US: Independence Day
Celebrates the independence of the United States.
July 9 – Baha’i: Martyrdom of the Bab*
Commemorates the execution of the Baha’i co-founder.
July 14 – LGBTQ+: International Non-Binary People’s Day
Raises awareness of non-binary gender identities.
July 18 – UN: Nelson Mandela International Day
Honors the legacy of Nelson Mandela and promotes global peace.
July 24 – Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Pioneer Day
Commemorates the arrival of the first Mormon pioneers in Utah.
Visit the July Diversity Calendar 2025 to learn more about all of the important July religious holidays and July heritage events.
August is Intersectionality Awareness Month, highlighting the interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender. This month features events that promote understanding and advocacy for diverse and intersecting identities.
August 9 – UN: International Day of the World’s Indigenous People
Celebrates the cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples worldwide.
August 19 – UN: World Humanitarian Day
Honors humanitarian workers and advocates for those affected by crises.
August 21 – Jain: Paryushana begins
Marks the beginning of an important Jain festival focused on fasting and forgiveness.
August 26 – US: Women’s Equality Day
Commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote.
August 27 – Hindu: Ganesh Chaturthi
Celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha.
Explore more August diversity days and August awareness days with our August Diversity Calendar 2025.
September celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. This month also includes observances that promote mental health, safety, and equality.
September 10 – World Suicide Prevention Day
Raises awareness about suicide prevention.
September 11 – US: Patriot Day
Remembers the victims of the September 11 attacks.
September 15 – World Afro Day
Celebrates Afro hair and the cultural significance behind it.
September 18 – UN: International Equal Pay Day
Promotes the fight for equal pay for equal work.
September 23 – UN: International Day of Sign Languages
Celebrates sign languages and their importance for deaf communities.
Learn more about important September awareness days and September religious holidays on our September Diversity Calendar 2025.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness and promoting research for breast cancer. This month also features diverse cultural and religious events that foster inclusion and understanding.
October 1 – UN: International Day for Older Persons
Promotes the rights and well-being of older persons worldwide.
October 2 – Jewish: Yom Kippur*
The holiest day in Judaism, dedicated to atonement and repentance.
October 10 – World Inclusion Day
Encourages inclusive practices and environments for all.
October 15 – LGBTQ+: International Pronouns Day
Raises awareness about respecting and using correct pronouns.
October 20 – Hindu: Diwali
The festival of lights, celebrating the victory of light over darkness.
Explore more October heritage months and October awareness days with our October Diversity Calendar 2025.
November is Native American Heritage Month, celebrating the cultures, traditions, and histories of Native Americans. This month also includes observances that honor veterans and promote gender equality and remembrance.
November 11 – US: Veterans Day
Honors military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
November 19 – International Men’s Day
Highlights positive male role models and issues facing men globally.
November 20 – LGBTQ+: Transgender Day of Remembrance
Memorializes those who have lost their lives due to anti-transgender violence.
November 27 – US: Thanksgiving Day
A national holiday for giving thanks and spending time with family and friends.
Visit here to read more about November diversity days with our November Diversity Calendar 2025.
December is Universal Human Rights Month, promoting the protection and advocacy of human rights for all. This month also includes diverse religious and cultural celebrations that encourage unity and peace.
December 3 – UN: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Promotes the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
December 10 – UN: International Human Rights Day
Celebrates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
December 21 – Pagan and Wiccan: Yule*
Celebrates the winter solstice and the rebirth of the sun.
December 25 – Christmas
Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
December 26-January 1 – US: Kwanzaa
A week-long celebration honoring African heritage in African-American culture.
Discover even more insightful and interesting diversity days that you can celebrate during December with our Diversity Calendar Suite. You can also explore more inclusion opportunities with our Interfaith Calendar 2025.
We hope you’ve found this Diversity Calendar 2025 Highlights useful in your quest for DEI and learning more about DEI holidays 2025. Try out the full Online Diversity Calendar for all 1,000+ DEI events, religious holidays, and observances.
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Emma’s mom watched as her daughter consistently struggled with learning math, and her confidence began to slip away in all subjects. Within a few months of playing Elephant Learning, Emma’s confidence returned, and her math skills improved dramatically, eliminating math anxiety for both mom and daughter.
For Emma and her mother, math time at their homeschool would more often than not end in tears. Both mother and daughter were frustrated, and worse, Emma felt defeated. She would frequently give up. "I'll just never get this!" and, "Why can't I understand when my friends think it's easy?" Her mother, who also struggled with math, felt like she was letting her daughter down. "I felt very defeated as well, both as a teacher and a mother," she says. When Emma's mom decided to homeschool her daughter, Emma was just about to enter grade three and was already significantly behind her peers in terms of her math skills. The family had decided that it was best for everyone if Emma's mom stayed home with Emma and her brother, nine-year-old Kreyton. However, this meant that the family was forced to live on a single income, which put a mathematics tutor out of reach. Kreyton didn't struggle with math; he excelled at it. What he needed was a challenge. And while Emma was proud of her brother's skills, the fact that even though he was three years younger, he was almost at her learning level was an additional blow to her self-esteem."What we needed," says Emma's Mom, "was a program that will help Emma get back on track and hopefully find a love for math to replace the animosity she currently has towards it."
"We've tried supplementing with Khan Academy and other resources people have suggested," says Emma's mom, "but nothing is making math click for her, and I feel like we've run out of options." Emma's mom began to search online for supports that would meet both of her children's needs. "I heard great things about Elephant Learning," she says, "and it was what her family needed to make math become more fun and easier to comprehend."
She and her family won an initial scholarship to try Elephant Learning, and both Emma and Kreyton were quickly hooked. So was Mom, especially once she saw their results.
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Emma's eagerness to learn was evident in every other facet of her life. She loves to read and play the piano and is an active community volunteer. Mathematics was the only thing holding her back academically. That kind of damage to a child's self-esteem, though, can be insidious. It can make them question their intelligence and even their capabilities in other areas, which can lead to poor academic results across the board. Learning to "hate" math can exacerbate this problem. Using a gamification approach, Elephant Learning allows students to become excited and engaged by math, which in turn encourages them to keep trying until they understand and find success. And by focusing first on the foundations necessary for each concept, Elephant Learning helped Emma excel and gain confidence at her grade level before propelling her even further. The approach worked. Emma embraced her math and learned the foundations she needed to move forward and catch up with her peers.
Kreyton also excelled with Elephant Learning as the program both engaged and challenged this young mathematician to move even further ahead in his mathematics learning.
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