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October
Here are some of the things that are happening this month!
LGBT History Month is an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It was founded in 1994 by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson.
Display posters. Download the LGBT History Month posters and the PDF bios from the resources page and post them on bulletin boards or in other high-visibility locations.
Make announcements. Make your voice heard. Submit an announcement to be read daily, briefly describing that day's Icon and directing students to this website.
Start a diversity initiative. The struggle for equality is shared by all minority groups. LGBT History Month can open dialogue and build bridges. Plan an assembly or panel discussion.
Involve your allies. LGBT History Month is designed for everyone.
Click the link up top for more ideas!
"World Mental Health Day" -October 10th
Every year we celebrate World Mental Health Day on 10 October. The theme for 2023, set by the World Foundation of Mental Health, is ‘Mental health is a universal human right’.
World Mental Health Day is about raising awareness of mental health and driving positive change for everyone’s mental health.
It’s also a chance to talk about mental health, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to get help if you are struggling.
Come together with friends, families or colleagues this World Mental Health Day, by holding a Tea & Talk!
Practice self-care and encourage others to do the same
Reach out to someone you know who may be struggling with their mental health and offer support
Bake sale donating proceeds to charity with small gifts or thank-you cards for attendees.
Create mental health awareness materials like posters and social media posts.
Encourage students to share their mental health experiences through writing, art, or other creative projects.
For more ideas click the link!
Wear purple, hang purple lights, and make sure to tell others why purple is so important on this day !
Wear purple, hang purple lights, and make sure to tell others why purple is so important on this day !
Many children exposed to violence in the home are also victims of physical abuse. Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of abuse themselves are at serious risk for long-term physical and mental health problems. Children who witness violence between parents may also be at greater risk of being violent in their future relationships. Click the link for more information.
Sun, Oct 1– Tue, Oct 31
Sun, Oct 1– Tue, Oct 31
October can feel different for each of us — some wear pink to celebrate, some quietly observe the month, some feel grief, and some feel unseen or misunderstood. We want to normalize it all. This information is provided by Breastcancer.org.
What is Breast Cancer Awareness Month?
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held in October every year, aims to promote screening and prevention of the disease, which affects one in eight women in the United States every year and 2.3 million women worldwide. Known best for its pink theme color, the month features a number of campaigns and programs — conducted by groups ranging from breast cancer advocacy organizations to local community organizations to major retailers — aimed at:
supporting people diagnosed with breast cancer, including metastatic breast cancer
educating people about breast cancer risk factors
stressing the importance of regular screening, starting at age 40 or an age that’s appropriate for your personal breast cancer risk
fundraising for breast cancer research
This information is provided by Breastcancer.org.
Support free resources and programming for people affected by breast cancer: Breastcancer.org
The struggle to balance your role as a career driven individual and your role as a caring family member can feel daunting and stressful. In the attempt to alleviate some of that stress, the US Senate designated October as National Work and Family Month in 2003. This month, employers are asked to create healthier and more flexible work environments that encourage balance, and employees are inspired to find ways to balance their professional lives and time spent with family. I know what you are thinking. Easier said than done, right?
If you are feeling like your life is out of balance, try the following in honor of National Work and Family Month.
National Coming Out Day: LGBTQ community members share stories of struggle, triumph
National Coming Out Day is celebrated every year on Oct. 11. To commemorate this occasion, we are look back at the USA TODAY Network Mid-Atlantic Region's 2020 National Coming Out Day project, which shared the stories of 18 people across five states.
Click the link to watch the videos and here people's stories
Student Resources!
October is officially Family History Month. This designation goes back more than 20 years, just 2 and a half weeks after the traumatic events of 9/11. The bill passed by the United States Senate includes a long list of reasons why October should be Family History Month, including this statement:
"Whereas individuals learn about their ancestors who worked so hard and sacrificed so much, their commitment to honor their ancestors’ memory by doing good is increased; Whereas interest in our personal family history transcends all cultural and religious affiliations...
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