dates to note
It helps to keep the following dates in mind since events can often be linked to events or traditions already in place. This helps people relate your event to major days of rememberance which can enhance outreach and attendance. In addition, your event might be able to coordinate with other events that already exist to commemorate a larger topic.
January
Martin Luther King Day
22—Roe v. Wade Anniversary (a.k.a. "I had an abortion/I'm not sorry" Day – see imnotsorry.net)
February
Black History Month
14- V-Day and Valentine's Day (Benefit performances of the Vagina Monologues works to end violence against women)
March
Women's History Month
National Day of Appreciation for Abortion Providers
8- International Women's Day
April
Sexual Assault Awareness Month ( + Take Back the Night events)
Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day
22 -Earth Day
May
Mother's Day
June
Father's Day
July
4 - Independence Day
August
26—Women's Equality Day (commemorating the date in 1920 when women won the vote)
September
15—through October 15, it is Hispanic Heritage Month (celebrations begin September 15)
October
Breast Cancer Awareness Month (recognized Oct. 15)
Gay and Lesbian History Month
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
11— National Coming Out Day and Columbus (who "discovered" America) Day
7— Election Day!
25— International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
November
11--Veteran’s Day
December
1—World AIDS Day
10—Human Rights Day
