Recognising and celebrating the rich tapestry of human identity is essential to building inclusive, thriving workplaces.
When organisations actively acknowledge the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and perspectives of their people, they create environments where everyone feels seen, respected, and empowered. Inclusion isn’t a one-time initiative - it’s a continuous commitment to valuing every individual and making space for every voice to be heard.
To make sure you don’t miss an important event, we have updated our diversity and inclusion calendar for 2025/26 - a free, downloadable resource packed with over 150 key dates, from cultural celebrations and religious observances to awareness days and heritage months. The calendar is designed to support HR professionals, team leaders, DE&I specialists, and organisational decision-makers in planning inclusive initiatives, events, and impactful conversations throughout the year.
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Our diversity and inclusion calendar 2025/26 covers all the key dates, including:
LGBT History Month
Ramadan
World Hijab Day
Holocaust Memorial Day
Black History Month
Diwali
Pride Month
National Inclusion Week
Neurodiversity Celebration Week
Eid al-Fitr
Mental Health Awareness Week
And many more.
How to use Reed’s diversity and inclusion calendar
Our diversity and inclusion calendar 2025/26 is a free downloadable PDF. It spans July 2025 to June 2026, giving you ample time to prepare content and initiatives for the year ahead.
Use this calendar to:
Plan inclusive campaigns and events
Educate and engage your teams
Promote allyship and cultural awareness
Embed inclusion into your everyday culture
Why is using a diversity and inclusion calendar important?
Using a diversity and inclusion calendar is a simple yet powerful way to embed inclusive values into your organisation’s culture. It helps raise awareness of the wide range of cultural, religious, and social identities that make up your workforce, encouraging empathy, understanding, and respect. By acknowledging these important dates, you create space for meaningful conversations and learning opportunities that can deepen connections across your teams.
Beyond awareness, a D&I calendar also supports practical inclusion. It helps leaders plan initiatives that are considerate of everyone’s backgrounds and beliefs. This not only avoids unintentional exclusion but also signals a genuine commitment to equality and belonging - showing your people that their identities are recognised and valued all year round.
Download our free diversity and inclusion calendar today.
