Holistic’s Cultural Calendar
Holistic’s Cultural Calendar was created in an effort to raise awareness for cultural celebrations and recognize the individuals whose identities are tied to these important observances, especially those who belong to underrepresented communities.
For each of the events listed on the calendar, you will also find suggestions for ways that your organization can actively make an impact and foster inclusion throughout the month. Whether this means trying a new cuisine, pledging a donation as a company, or facilitating discussions, we hope you will be able to learn and partake in new events and affinity months! Keep in mind dates and observances when you are scheduling meetings and other team events; you never know what one of your coworkers may observe.
Each event on our calendar will have an action item or two for ways that you can foster inclusion or make an impact.
Don’t see an event? Send us a message at operations@holisticindex.com.
Want to subscribe to our calendar?
Our Cultural Calendar is also available as a calendar overlay — meaning that you can subscribe to our calendar and use it as an add-on to your personal or work calendar — making it even easier to have more information, facts, and actionable items for each day of significance.
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To subscribe, you can simply click the blue “subscribe” button on the calendar above or click this link which will automatically take you to your google calendar app.
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If you are on a .ics calendar or using a Microsoft calendar, copy and paste the feed URL into your calendar app (this calendar will update periodically based on your platform's refresh schedule):
webcal://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/c_c5273be1b47123b02091c1e244dcc655e253a3d7be12228db088cd01bc0457e9%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics
Highlights of the Month
National Autism Acceptance Month
Autism Acceptance Month recognizes and honors people on the autism spectrum while raising awareness of how to better support, understand, include, and empower them. The observance began in 1970 when the Autism Society launched National Autistic Children’s Week. In 2008, Autism Speaks introduced Autism Awareness Month, expanding national visibility. In 2021, the Autism Society of America renamed the observance to Autism Acceptance Month, reflecting a shift toward inclusion and respect for neurodiversity.
The 2026 theme, “Celebrate Differences,” encourages communities to move beyond awareness and actively value diverse ways of thinking and experiencing the world. Learn more about ways to get involved and current campaigns here.
Download the free workplace toolkit to learn how to create a more inclusive workplace for autistic individuals. You can also join a live webinar hosted by the National Autistic Society and find additional ways to support autism acceptance at work this April here.
World Health Day
World Health Day is observed annually on April 7 to commemorate the founding of the World Health Organization in 1948. First celebrated in 1950, the day raises awareness of key global public health priorities.
The 2026 theme, Global Action for Universal Health Coverage, emphasizes the importance of ensuring that all individuals have access to essential healthcare services without financial hardship. The observance highlights ongoing disparities in healthcare access and calls for collective action to expand equitable, affordable, and quality care for communities worldwide.
You can also explore and stay engaged with global health conversations by following the World Health Summit taking place April 27 to 29. Learn more about the agenda, speakers, and key priorities shaping the future of healthcare here.
Earth Day
Earth Day raises global awareness of environmental challenges and promotes sustainability, encouraging individuals and communities to protect and preserve the planet for future generations. The observance began on April 22, 1970, when approximately 20 million Americans participated in demonstrations against environmental degradation, marking the start of the modern environmental movement.
Today, Earth Day is recognized worldwide through community cleanups, educational events, tree planting initiatives, town halls, and local organizing efforts. The 2026 theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlights the urgency of advancing renewable energy and calls for collective action to expand clean energy solutions and increase global renewable electricity production by 2030.
Register for and take part in a local event to get involved in your community here.
“We must stand together united in solidarity against the targeting, demonization, and vilification of any group of people.”
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