The DEIA Communications team sends monthly emails about upcoming diversity awareness events recognized either nationally or internationally due to their cultural, historical, or religious significance. See below for several diversity dates to be aware of in the month of February.
Parinirvana Day
Tuesday, February 15
Parinirvana Day, or Nirvana Day, is an annual Buddhist festival that remembers the death of the Buddha when he reached Nirvana at the age of 80. Most Buddhists celebrate Nirvana Day on February 15. Others celebrate it on February 8. The day is used as an opportunity to reflect on the fact of one’s own future death and on people whom one has known who have recently died. Meditations are done for the recently deceased to give them help and support wherever they might be now.
Susan B. Anthony Day
Tuesday, February 15
Susan B. Anthony Day is a commemorative holiday to celebrate the birth of Susan B. Anthony. It is currently recognized by four states (California, Florida, New York, and Wisconsin). Susan B. Anthony is known for her leadership in the long campaign for women's right to vote in the United States and abroad. She was born in Adams, Massachusetts. Her birthplace is a museum and the town also unveiled a statue of her at the Town Common in 2021.
World Day of Social Justice
Sunday, February 20
World Day of Social Justice is an international day where we collectively recognize the need to promote social justice, which includes efforts to address global issues like poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protections. This day of observance was established by the United Nations General Assembly on November 26, 2007, and is celebrated annually on February 20.
Learn more about World Day of Social Justice by visiting the United Nations website.
Awareness Events Previously Covered this Month
The DEIA Communications team sent the following awareness communications this month: