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Celebrating Juneteenth and Continuing to Work in Solidarity for Racial Justice, Equality, and Equity
June 19 — also known as Juneteenth, or the nation’s second Independence Day — commemorates the end of slavery in Texas, and therefore the nation,…
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month 2024
In honor of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan – considered the tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States – each…
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Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month, a time to focus on the unique health challenges faced by men and to encourage them to prioritize their physical…
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International Day of Yoga
June 21st marks International Day of Yoga, a day dedicated to promoting the practice of yoga and its many benefits for physical, mental, and emotional…
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World Environment Day 2024
First held in 1974 by the United Nations, World Environment Day–celebrated worldwide on June 5th each year–is a day for raising awareness about environmental issues…
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End America’s Gun Epidemic
As of 2023, the United States continues to face a devastating public health crisis of gun violence. Gun violence is responsible for a significant portion…
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Women’s Health Month
May is Women’s Health Month, a time when we focus on the importance of taking care of ourselves and our health. This month is an…
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Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 10 marks the celebration of Military Spouse Appreciation Day, a time to honor and recognize the immense contributions made by military spouses in supporting…
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Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer. In addition to the skin, melanoma may also occur in mucous membranes – thin, moist layers of tissue that cover surfaces…
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Light a Virtual Candle for the Brave Men and Women of Law Enforcement
Since the first known line-of-duty death in 1786, more than 22,000 U.S. law enforcement officers have made the ultimate sacrifice. National Police Week pays special recognition…
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This Place Matters: How to Celebrate Preservation Month This May
Established by America’s Charities’ member, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, in 1973, Preservation Month has become a month long event celebrated in May each…
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This Older Americans Month, Help Fight Senior Hunger
Older Americans Month, which was originally called “Senior Citizens Month” and takes place in May each year, was designated in 1963 by President John F.…
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