This calendar was initiated as a result of the Anti-racist Wales Action Plan.
It marks religious, cultural, awareness, diversity and memorial events and bank holidays. The events on the calendar link and display the various items in the Library’s wonderful collection.
This day is marked to further raise awareness of the persistent issue of human trafficking and prevent its crimes globally.
World Religion Day derives from the Baháʼí principles of the singleness of religion and of progressive revelation, which describe religion as continuously developing throughout generations. The purpose of World Religion Day is to highlight the ideas that the underlying spiritual principles in the world's religions are harmonious, and that religions plays an important role in uniting humanity.
Martin Luther King Jr Day is a federal holiday in the United States marking the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr who fought for the human rights and dignity of all people, and the contribution made by his legacy towards a just and equitable world.
Tu B'Shevat is the 15th day of the Jewish month of Shevat which is observed by Jews. It is also known as the New Year of Trees, and is considered by many as a reminder of duty and care for nature.
International Day of Education is marked in celebration of the role of education for peace, development and creating opportunities for mankind to live to its fullest potentials.
Saint Dwynwen is the Welsh patron saint of lovers. Dwynwen is believed to have been the daughter of King Brychan Brycheiniog, who lived in the 5th century.
Holocaust Memorial Day is an international memorial day for the victims of the Holocaust, which resulted in the genocide of one third of the Jewish people, along with countless members of other minorities, by Nazi Germany between 1933 and 1945.
Leprosy is a neglected tropical disease which still occurs in more than 120 countries, with more than 200 000 new cases reported every year. This day is commemorated to increase the public awareness of leprosy or Hansen's disease.
This day is marked internationally to continue to raise awareness of cancer and to also encourage its detection, prevention and treatment.
Chinese New Year is the most important festival in Chinese culture. It celebrates the beginning of a new year based on the Chinese lunisolar calendar. It is also referred to as the spring festival; marking the end of winter season. Chinese New Year has greatly influenced Lunar New Year celebrations of over 50 ethnic groups. It is celebrated in many Asian countries and regions with a large Chinese settlement.