Diversity Holiday/Special Dates Calendar August is Intersectionality Awareness Month, highlighting the interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender. This month features events that promote understanding and advocacy for diverse and intersecting identities. August 9 – UN: International Day of the World’s Indigenous People- Celebrates the cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples worldwide. August 21 – Jain: Paryushana begins- Marks the beginning of an important Jain festival focused on fasting and forgiveness. August 26 – US: Women’s Equality Day- Commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote. August 27 – Hindu: Ganesh Chaturthi- Celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. September celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. This month also includes observances that promote mental health, safety, and equality. September 10 – World Suicide Prevention Day- Raises awareness about suicide prevention. September 11 – US: Patriot Day- Remembers the victims of the September 11 attacks. September 15 – World Afro Day- Celebrates Afro hair and the cultural significance behind it. September 18 – UN: International Equal Pay Day- Promotes the fight for equal pay for equal work. September 23 – UN: International Day of Sign Languages- Celebrates sign languages and their importance for deaf communities. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness and promoting research for breast cancer. This month also features diverse cultural and religious events that foster inclusion and understanding. October 1 – UN: International Day for Older Persons- Promotes the rights and well-being of older persons worldwide. October 2 – Jewish: Yom Kippur*- The holiest day in Judaism, dedicated to atonement and repentance. October 10 – World Inclusion Day- Encourages inclusive practices and environments for all. October 15 – LGBTQ+: International Pronouns Day- Raises awareness about respecting and using correct pronouns. October 20 – Hindu: Diwali- The festival of lights, celebrating the victory of light over darkness. Looking for a Therapist? Practicing psychologists have the professional training and clinical skills to help people learn to cope more effectively with life issues and mental health problems. After years of graduate school and supervised training, they become licensed by their states to provide a number of services, including evaluations and psychotherapy. Psychologists help by using a variety of techniques based on the best available research and consider someone's unique values, characteristics, goals and circumstances. The Kansas Psychological Association provides a searchable list of KPA members who are licensed to practice by the State of Kansas. Listings contained in this section are based on information given by the providers. |
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