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Diversity Holiday/Special Dates Calendar

April is dedicated to World Autism Month, raising awareness and promoting understanding and acceptance of people with autism. This month also includes diverse religious and cultural celebrations, highlighting the rich tapestry of global traditions.

April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day promotes understanding and acceptance of people with autism.

April 12 – Jehovah’s Witnesses: The Memorial of Jesus’ Death- Commemorates the death of Jesus Christ.

April 13-20 – Jewish: Passover*- Celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.

April 14 – Sikh, Hindu: Vaisakhi- Marks the Sikh New Year and celebrates the spring harvest.

April 20 – Christian: Easter- Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to promote mental well-being and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues. This month also includes events that recognize diverse cultural, religious, and social contributions to our global community.

May 5 – National Day for Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls- Raises awareness of violence against Indigenous women and girls.

May 12 – Buddhist: Vesak (Buddha Day)- Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha.

May 15 – Global Accessibility Awareness Day- Promotes digital accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities.

May 17 – LGBTQ+: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia- Raises awareness of discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.

May 17 – Veterans: Armed Forces Day- Honors the men and women who serve in the military.

May 28 – Baha’i: Ascension of Baha’u’llah*- Commemorates the passing of the founder of the Baha’i Faith.

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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