You know what they say: knowledge is power.
And that’s why we’re here to give you the lowdown on national and international awareness months.

The world is a big and complicated place. There are so many issues and problems, and it can feel overwhelming to think about all the ways you can help. That’s why awareness months are so important—they help us focus on one issue at a time, making it easy to get involved and take action.

I know what you’re thinking: “What’s an awareness month?” Well, it’s a special day, week, or month dedicated to raising awareness about important topics. It’s also called an observance or recognition day. Awareness is strongly influenced by attitudes toward different conditions and societal problems in the community. It is also affected by a wide range of social and cultural factors that impact on self-awareness and self-identity. Stigma and lack of understanding about this are major barriers.
Are you looking for ways to get involved?

Raising awareness is a great way to take action and make a difference in your community. It’s something that everyone can do, no matter how big or small. Whether it’s volunteering at a local charity or simply spreading the word about an important issue, raising awareness is an essential part of creating change. We’ve highlighted some of the causes we find important below.