Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Events to Recognise in Your Workplace for 2025
In business, diversity and inclusion have become essential for creating a cohesive, productive workplace. Research has shown that D&I leads to higher revenue growth, increased innovation and better employee retention, qualities of a profitable business. At the Diversity & Inclusion Speakers Agency, we recommend honouring key diversity and inclusion awareness events in your workplace, to set the standard for equality in business.
Source: Great Place to Work
In this ultimate guide, see the top awareness days, weeks and months taking place in 2025. For support from a leading booking agency, contact our team to discuss your event and source an outstanding speaker, perfect for Black History Month, International Women’s Day and more!
Key
Awareness Events in February
February: LGBT+ History Month
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2nd February: Time to Talk
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11th February: International Day of Women and Girls in Science
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Awareness Events in March
March: Ethnic Equality Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Ethnic Equality Month 2025:
March: Gender Equality Month
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March: Women’s History Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Women’s History Month 2025:
1st March: Zero Discrimination Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for LGBT History Month 2025:
2nd March: University Mental Health Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for University Mental Health Day 2025:
8th March: International Women’s Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Women’s Day 2025:
Related: Discover the top International Women’s Day speakers for hire.
18th – 24th March: Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025:
20th March: International Day of Happiness
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Day of Happiness 2025:
21st March: International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2025:
31st March: International Transgender Visibility Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Transgender Visibility Day 2025:
Awareness Events in April
April: Celebrate Diversity Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Celebrate Diversity Month 2025:
April: Stress Awareness Month
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April: Autism Acceptance Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Autism Awareness Month 2025:
Related: The Official Top 10 Autism Acceptance Month Speakers to Hire
Awareness Events in May
May: Women’s Health Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Women’s Health Month 2025:
May: Mental Health Awareness Month
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May: International Muslim History Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Muslim History Month 2025:
Related: Top Trending International Muslim History Month Speakers to Hire
1st – 7th May: Deaf Awareness Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Deaf Awareness Week 2025:
Related: Deaf Awareness Week: Why Is It Celebrated & Who Should I Book?
12th – 18th May: Mental Health Awareness Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025:
17th May: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia 2025:
18th May: Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025:
12th – 18th May: Learning at Work Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Learning at Work Week 2025
Awareness Events in June
June: LGBTQ+ Pride Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Pride Month 2025:
Related: Discover the top LGBT Pride Month speakers for hire.
9th – 5th June: Men’s Health Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Men’s Health Week 2025:
Related: Top 10 Men’s Mental Health Speakers to Hire for Men’s Health Week
16th – 22nd June: Learning Disability Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Learning Disability Week 2025:
22nd June: Windrush Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Windrush Day 2025:
Related: The Official Best Windrush Day Speakers to Hire
9th – 15th June: Men’s Mental Health Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Men’s Mental Health Week 2025:
24th – 30th June: World Wellbeing Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for World Wellbeing Week 2025:
Awareness Events in July
July: Talk to Us
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Talk to Us Month 2025:
July: Disability Pride Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Disability Pride Month 2025:
16th July: Disability Awareness Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Disability Awareness Day 2025:
18th July – 17th August: South Asian Heritage Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for South Asian Heritage Month 2025:
Related: Top Trending Speakers to Hire for South Asian Heritage Month
Awareness Events in September
10th September: World Suicide Prevention Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for World Suicide Prevention Day 2025:
Related: 10 Most Inspirational World Suicide Prevention Day Keynote Speakers
23rd – 27th September: International Week of Happiness at Work
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Week of Happiness at Work 2025:
15th – 21st September: National Inclusion Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for National Inclusion Week 2025:
15th September – 15th October: Hispanic Heritage Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Hispanic Heritage Month 2025:
Related: Top Trending Speakers to Hire for Hispanic Heritage Month
Awareness Events in October
October: Global Diversity Awareness Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Global Diversity Awareness Month 2025:
October: Black History Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Black History Month 2025:
Related: Discover the top Black History Month speakers for hire.
10th October: World Mental Health Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for World Mental Health Day 2025:
11th October: National Coming Out Day
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Awareness Events in November
November: Men’s Health Awareness Month
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Men’s Health Awareness Month 2025:
3rd – 7th November: International Stress Awareness Week
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Stress Awareness Week 2025:
2nd November: National Stress Awareness Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for National Stress Awareness Day 2025:
13th November: World Kindness Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for World Kindness Day 2025:
19th November: International Men’s Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Men’s Day 2025:
Related: Discover the top International Men’s Day speakers for hire.
20th November: Transgender Day of Remembrance
Our Top Pick of Speakers for Transgender Day of Remembrance 2025:
Awareness Events in December
3rd December: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Our Top Pick of Speakers for International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025:
Related: How to Celebrate International Day of Disabled Persons in the Workplace
10th December: World Human Rights Day
Our Top Pick of Speakers for World Human Rights Day 2025:
Book a Speaker Today!
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- 1 January, 2025
