World Senior Citizen's Day is celebrated on 21 August each year. The celebration took place for the first time in 1991. The day is intended to increase awareness of the factors and issues that affect older adults, such as health deterioration and elder abuse.
Join us for a free screening of the new film CAREGIVING, and meet two inspiring local caregivers from Sonoma County's Fijian community.
The International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and it's Abolition is an international day celebrated 23 August of each year, the day designated by UNESCO to memorialize the transatlantic slave trade.
Women's Equality Day is celebrated in the United States on August 26 to commemorate the 1920 adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which prohibits the states and the federal government from denying the right to vote to citizens of the United States on the basis of sex.
Join us for a heartwarming screening of Bradley Cooper’s PBS documentary on caregiving followed by a lively discussion.
South Florida PBS invites you to attend a special screening of Caregiving, a PBS documentary executive produced by Bradley Cooper, which examines the challenges and triumphs caregivers experience across the nation while navigating the complexities of the health care system. Following the screening, guests are welcome to remain for a moderated panel discussion and interactive Q&A session. […]
Individual Rights Day is celebrated on August 29th, coinciding with the birthdate of John Locke, a philosopher who heavily influenced ideas about individual rights. The day was created to honor Locke's contributions and […]
Every August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) brings a global community together to take action on overdose.It is a global platform that provides tools, resources and a space […]
Ovarian cancer awareness month is observed in September. Purpose: Activities: Get screened for ovarian cancer, especially if you have risk factors. Wear teal ribbons, the color associated with ovarian cancer awareness. […]
September is designated as Healthy Aging Month, a time to raise awareness about the positive aspects of growing older and encourage individuals to prioritize their well-being as they age. This observance focuses […]
National Sexual Health Awareness Month is observed in September each year. It aims to promote sexual health education, raise awareness about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and encourage open and healthy conversations about sexuality.
Sickle cell anemia month is observed in September. This month aims to raise awareness about sickle cell disease, a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.
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