All October
Mental Health Month
Encourages us to think about our mental health and wellbeing, regardless of whether we have a lived experience of mental illness or not.
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Indigenous Business Month
Started by Indigenous business people who see business as a vehicle towards self-determination, a way of providing positive role models for Indigenous Australians and improving quality of life in Indigenous communities.
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10 October
World Mental Health Day
World Federation for Mental Health initiative to raise public awareness of mental health issues worldwide.
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11 October
International Day of the Girl Child
Address the needs and challenges girls face, while promoting girls' empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.
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13 - 19 October
Anti-Poverty Week
Supports the Australian community to increase their understanding of poverty and to take action collectively to end it.
See how UNSW marked Anti-Poverty Week 2023 with this support and information video.
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Carer’s Week
It is a time to recognise, celebrate and raise awareness of the 2.65 million Australians who provide care and support to a family member or friend.
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16 October
International Pronouns Day
International Pronouns Day seeks to make respecting, sharing, and educating about personal pronouns commonplace.
Find resources on using LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Language & Pronouns at UNSW.
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17 October
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Acknowledge the effort and struggle of people living in poverty, a chance for them to make their concerns heard, and a moment to recognize that poor people are the first ones to fight against poverty.
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20 - 26 October
Ace Week (Asexual Awareness Week)
An international campaign dedicated to raising awareness and expanding education of asexuality.
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26 October
Intersex Awareness Day
Awareness day to highlight the human rights issues faced by Intersex people.
Here's how Intersex Awareness Day was celebrated by EDI at UNSW.
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