Intersex Awareness Day
Intersex Awareness Day, observed on October 26th, highlights the experiences of intersex individuals and advocates for their rights, particularly the need to end non-consensual surgeries on intersex children. The day encourages education, inclusive language, and policy changes to promote bodily autonomy and combat discrimination.
Genderfluid Visibility Week
Genderfluid Visibility Week is a time to celebrate and raise awareness for genderfluid individuals, whose gender identities shift over time and challenge traditional binary concepts. The week promotes education, respect, and inclusion, encouraging society to embrace the diversity and fluidity of gender while advocating for greater understanding and equality.
Spirit Day
Spirit Day, observed on the third Thursday of October, is a global initiative where people wear purple to stand against bullying and support LGBTQ+ youth. It raises awareness of the challenges LGBTQ+ students face and encourages solidarity, allyship, and action to create safer, more inclusive environments
National Coming Out Day
LGBTQ+ History Month, celebrated in October, honors the struggles and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community while educating about key historical milestones like the Stonewall Riots and marriage equality. It's a time to reflect on the ongoing fight for equality and work toward a more inclusive future for all.
Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month
LGBTQ+ History Month, celebrated in October, honors the struggles and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community while educating about key historical milestones like the Stonewall Riots and marriage equality. It's a time to reflect on the ongoing fight for equality and work toward a more inclusive future for all.
Marsha P. Johnson
Marsha P. Johnson was a pioneering LGBTQ+ activist known for her role in the Stonewall Riots and her advocacy for marginalized communities, particularly transgender people of color. Her legacy as a symbol of resilience and justice continues to inspire the fight for equality and dignity in the LGBTQ+ movement.
Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, observed on August 20th, highlights the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS in the Southern United States, emphasizing the need for increased awareness, prevention, and support. The day encourages education, advocacy, and compassionate care to address the unique challenges faced by this region in combating the epidemic.
Celebrating Gay Uncles Day
Gay Uncles Day, celebrated on the second Sunday in August, honors the unique and loving contributions of gay uncles to their families and the LGBTQ+ community. The day emphasizes their roles as authentic role models, champions of diversity, and supportive family members, encouraging celebrations through family gatherings, personalized gifts, social media shout-outs, and quality time together.
International Drag Day
International Drag Day, celebrated on July 16th, honors the art, creativity, and cultural impact of drag performers, while promoting LGBTQ+ visibility and challenging traditional gender norms. This day encourages support for drag artists through attendance at shows, education, advocacy, and the creation of inclusive spaces.
Non-Binary Peoples Day
Non-Binary People’s Day, celebrated on July 14th, honors those who identify outside the traditional male-female binary, promoting visibility, education, and acceptance. This day encourages support through inclusive language, advocacy, and recognizing the unique identities that reflect the diverse essence identity and self expression.
Stonewall Day
Stonewall Day, observed on June 28th, commemorates the pivotal Stonewall Riots of 1969, igniting the LGBTQ+ rights movement. It serves as a time for reflection on progress, honoring activism, and advocating for continued equality and acceptance for LGBTQ+ individuals worldwide.
National HIV Testing Day
National HIV Testing Day on June 27th emphasizes the importance of knowing your HIV status for early diagnosis and effective treatment, reducing transmission, and promoting health. Participation involves getting tested, spreading awareness, supporting local events, advocating for access, and educating others to help combat the HIV epidemic.
Anniversary of Marriage Equality
The anniversary of the Supreme Court's 2015 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, is a significant celebration of love, equality, and the progress made in LGBTQ+ rights. While it marks a major milestone, it also serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for full equality and the need for continued advocacy and support for the LGBTQ+ community
Pulse Remembrance Day
Pulse Remembrance Day honors the victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, reflecting on the impact of the tragedy on the LGBTQ+ community and the ongoing fight against hate and violence. It is a day to remember the lives lost, support survivors, and advocate for greater acceptance and safety for all.
Celebrating Pride Month
Pride Month, celebrated in June, honors the LGBTQ+ community's history and progress since the Stonewall Riots of 1969, while advocating for ongoing equality and acceptance. It is a time for celebration, reflection, and action, encouraging participation in events, supporting LGBTQ+ organizations, and fostering a more inclusive society.
Pansexual and Panromantic Awareness and Visibility Day:
Pansexual and Panromantic Awareness and Visibility Day, observed on May 24th, aims to raise awareness and celebrate individuals who identify as pansexual or panromantic. This day promotes understanding and acceptance of those whose attractions span across all genders, challenging stereotypes and fostering inclusivity within the broader LGBTQ+ community.
Harvey Milk Day
Harvey Milk Day commemorates the life and legacy of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay elected official in California, who advocated tirelessly for LGBTQ+ rights before his assassination in 1978. It serves as a reminder of his courageous activism and the ongoing struggle for equality, inspiring future generations to continue the fight for justice and inclusivity.
Agender Pride Day
Agender Pride Day celebrates individuals who identify as agender, meaning they do not identify with any specific gender. It serves as a platform to raise visibility and awareness about agender identities and to promote acceptance and understanding within society.