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World Autism Awareness Day – 2 April 2026

World Autism Awareness Day is a global healthcare event celebrated on the 2nd of April every year, relating to the acceptance, support and the inclusion of autistic people, and for the advocation of their rights. Significant progress has been achieved in recent years, which facilitated understanding autism and accepting the autistic champions labored diligently to share their victories and flourishes to the world.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be traced to the development of differences in the brain. Autism patients could have difficulties with socializing, communication and interaction  associated with restricted or repetitive behaviors or interests. According to the National Autism Association, Autism affects 1 in 59 children. 

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World Autism Awareness Day 2 April 2025 | Neurodiversity - Theme

WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY - April 2 - National Day Calendar

On Zero Discrimination Day, celebrate the right of everyone to live a full and productive life and live it with dignity. Zero Discrimination Day educates and encourages everyone to promote inclusion, compassion, peace, and change. It aims to promote global solidarity to end discrimination for good. Discrimination is the biased, unjust treatment of someone, or groups of people, based on characteristics like race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.

If you have been treated differently by others based on any of the characteristics below, you could have experienced discrimination:
•    Age
•    Gender
•    Race
•    Disability
•    Religion
•    Pregnancy and maternity
•    Sexual Orientation
•    Gender reassignment
•    Marriage or civil partnership

All these characteristics are protected by the Equality Act 2010. Discrimination against someone who has care and support needs is also classified as a type of safeguarding adult abuse under the Care Act 2014. If you are worried about someone who may be at risk contact the Adult Social Care Access Team on 020 7527 2299 or complete the online safeguarding concern form.

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What is Zero Discrimination Day

The first of March is Self-Injury Awareness Day, a day for breaking down stereotypes and sharing messages of support for people who self-harm. “Self-injury" can have a different meaning to different people. In this case “self-injury” means any type of behaviour that injures your body on purpose, without meaning to end your life.

Self-injury affects everyone, regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, career, or personal strength; and it’s much more common than many people realise. Statistics show that around 20% of young people and 5% of adults have self-harmed themselves.

According to the College of Animal Welfare the highest self-injury rate of any country in Europe with estimates of 400 in 100,000 people self-harming. If you are worried about someone who may be at risk contact the Adult Social Care Access Team on 020 7527 2299 or complete the online safeguarding concern form. If someone is at immediate risk or danger please call 999.

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Self-harm and recovery: let's talk about it | Mental Health Foundation

Self-Injury Awareness Day – lear ... | CAW News

The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) raises awareness by emphasising that FGM is a dangerous form of gender‑based violence that compromises the wellbeing, safety, and fundamental rights of girls and women. It also calls for concrete action—strengthening legislation, expanding community education, and ensuring long‑term support for the millions of girls who remain at risk.

For practitioners, the International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM serves as an important prompt for adult social care teams to prioritise safeguarding responsibilities, mandatory reporting duties, and appropriate support for both survivors and individuals who may be at risk. While FGM is often associated with children, it is also a serious form of violence against women that can lead to significant and lasting physical and psychological harm. For this reason, it continues to be a crucial element of adult safeguarding, particularly for women with care and support needs.

If you have any concerns and would like to raise a safeguarding alert please contact the Islington Integrated Front Door Team on 020 7527 2299.

First week of February marks Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence awareness week. Its purpose is to support those affected, broaden understanding and awareness, and highlight resources and strategies that can help prevent sexual violence. The week emphasises the significance of protecting adults by promoting the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal and supporting staff to identify the hidden indicators of sexual abuse in both care settings and the wider community. 

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Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2026 | February 3, 2026 | Awareness Days

Violence against women and girls | Islington Council