LGBTQ youth disproportionately face bullying and harassment because of their identities. Each year, millions go purple for Spirit Day to support LGBTQ youth in
a united stand against bullying. Pledging to “go purple” on Spirit Day is a way for
everyone to visibly show solidarity with youth and to take part in the largest, most
visible LGBTQ anti-bullying campaign in the world

Arthritis impacts more than 50 million Americans, including 300,000 children in the U.S. Take a stand in the fight against arthritis and help raise awareness on
World Arthritis Day.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a holiday that celebrates and honors the United States’ Indigenous peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.
Use this day as an opportunity to educate your community about the day.

Held annually to commemorate teacher organizations worldwide.

In recognition of National Child Health Day, demonstrate how your Y is nurturing the potential of youth by sharing nutritional tips and program offerings that
benefit kids and teens’ health and well-being.

World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilize efforts in support of mental health. Use this day to share
how your Y is working to improve mental health in your community.

World Homeless Day is October 10, an international observance to raiseawareness about the needs of people who currently experience
homelessness and promote work in local communities
to alleviate suffering and death. Use this opportunity to bring awareness to the
Y’s work surrounding homelessness in our communities.

September 30 is National Day of Remembrance (also known as Orange ShirtDay) where Indigenous Peoples who have been (and/or continue to be) impacted by
residential boarding schools are honored and commemorated for their experiences.
Use this opportunity to encourage your staff and members to wear orange, and to
learn more about this observance.

Falls are the leading cause of injury related ER visits for older adults, the major cause ofhip fractures and responsible for more than half of fatal
head injuries. Use this week to raise awareness and prevent falls.

The International Day of Peace is observed annually on September 21.This United Nations-led observance is devoted to strengthening the ideals of
peace, and focusing on our individual and collective responsibility to foster
peace in our own communities. Use this opportunity to promote your Y’s
community-connectedness and your commitment to welcoming all.