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Black Lives Matter Day

February 25, 2024 Special Interest

Black Lives Matter Day is observed on February 26 in remembrance of Trayvon Martin, an African-American teen who was killed by a white American out of hatred. Black Lives Matter is a chant against racial discrimination and violence toward Black people.

Tags: Racial Discrimination • Acquittal • Remembrance • Black Lives Matter • African-American

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Kwanzaa

December 26, 2023 Special Interest

Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a communal feast called Karamu, usually on the 6th day. It was created by activist Maulana Karenga, based on African harvest festival traditions.

Tags: National Retail Federation • Maulana Karenga • Activist • African-American • Watts Riots

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International Transgender Day of Visibility

March 29, 2024 Cause

International Transgender Day of Visibility is an event on March 31 dedicated to recognizing the resilience and accomplishments of the transgender community. Celebrate the transgender population, raise awareness, and advocate for more protected rights.

Tags: LGBTQ+ • Resilience • Visibility • Visible • Community

Holy Saturday

March 24, 2024 Religious

Holy Saturday marks the last day of the Holy Week. Jesus was laid to rest on this day. He was enclosed inside a tomb whilst his followers held a 40-hour vigil in his honor. All over the world, people also observe the last day of their Lent on this day.

Tags: Prayers • Jesus • Tomb • Lent • Christianity

Good Friday

March 24, 2024 Religious

Good Friday commemorates the death of Jesus on Calvary, the site just outside the walls of Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified. It falls on the Friday before Easter. Most Christian denominations recognize Good Friday as a holy day, with many fasting.

Tags: Jerusalem • Calvary • Jesus • Catholic • Christian

Virtual Advocacy Day

March 24, 2024 Special Interest

Being involved with the legislative process on Virtual Advocacy Day, annually on March 28, allows constituents to advance agendas. Through virtual meetings with congress members, you can learn more about how the legislative process affects a cause.

Tags: Legislative Process • Procedures • Virtual Meetings • Congress • Volunteers

American Red Cross Giving Day

March 24, 2024 Special Interest

American Red Cross Giving Day is observed every fourth Wednesday in March and this year. American Red Cross Giving Day is an opportunity for people to come together and support and help the urgent humanitarian needs of the American Red Cross.

Tags: Donations • War • Wounded on the Battlefield • American Red Cross • Humanitarian Needs