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
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Since 1992, May has been recognized as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of AAPI communities in the United States. May was chosen to commemorate two significant milestones: the arrival of the first Japanese immigrant to the U.S. in 1843 and the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869, which was built in large part by Chinese laborers.
Each year, AAPI Heritage Month is celebrated through cultural festivals, educational panels, film screenings, museum exhibits, community events, and storytelling that highlight the diversity within AAPI identities. Schools, workplaces, and organizations often host events to amplify AAPI voices and recognize their influence in shaping American history and society.
The 2026 theme for AAPI month is Power in Unity: Strengthening Communities Together, emphasizing collective power, storytelling, and building connections across communities, symbolized by a bridge representing unity in shared causes.
International Workers Day
May Day, observed on May 1st, is recognized around the world as International Workers’ Day. It originated from the 19th-century labor movement in the United States, particularly efforts in Chicago to establish the eight-hour workday. In 1889, the International Socialist Conference officially designated May 1st as a day to recognize and celebrate workers' contributions around the globe.
The day has since become a global celebration of the workforce, highlighting the progress made in labor rights and the continued importance of fair, supportive working environments. In many countries, May Day is a national holiday marked by community events, cultural celebrations, and moments of reflection on the value of work and the people who do it.
Malcolm X Day
Malcolm X Day is observed to honor the life and legacy of Malcolm X, a transformative leader in the American civil rights movement. Known for his powerful voice in advocating for racial justice, self-determination, and human rights, Malcolm X inspired generations to speak out against inequality and uplift marginalized communities. His ideas continue to spark dialogue and reflection around identity, empowerment, and social change.
“We must stand together united in solidarity against the targeting, demonization, and vilification of any group of people.”
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