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.
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is noted to raise awareness of the need to eradicate any form of violence toward women. These include gender based violence resulting in psychological, physical or sexual harm, be it in public or private life.
Zero Discrimination Day is aimed at promoting equality and highlighting how people can become better informed and that everyone deserves to live a full and productive life. This day is commemorated to promote inclusion, compassion and peace.
International Women's Day is a global awareness day celebrated yearly .It's aim being to give a voice to the plights of women, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, abuse against women, violence and reproductive rights.
Since 1977, Commonwealth Day has been celebrated by the 56 Commonwealth nations to foster shared values and principles in pursuit for a peaceful and sustainable future.
Created by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012, the International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world to remind people of the importance of happiness.
The Pan Celtic Festival is a festival of music, dance and sport held annually in Ireland. The first festival was held in County Kerry with the aim of nurturing and promoting the languages of Celtic nations. Wales has been represented in the festival since its inception in 1971.
International Jazz Day is an international day celebrated annually all over the world. The celebration of jazz music raises awareness of how music bonds people together and fosters peace, unity and love.
The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development is marked to celebrate diversity and raise awareness of the issues of racism and discrimination. It was sanctioned by the United Nations in 2002.
The Urdd National Eisteddfod is Welsh-language youth festival held annually. Its focuses on literature, music and arts. It was established in 1922 by Sir Ifan ab Owen Edwards with the aim of promoting and protecting the Welsh language. Organised by Urdd Gobaith Cymru, it has over 90,000 people in attendance annually with 15,000 children and young people participating in its various competitions.
Pride month is dedicated to the celebration and commemoration of LGBTQ+ community.It began after the Stonewall riots of 1969 in America. In this month parades, concerts and various events are held to raise awareness for the equal rights and justice of people who identify as LGBTQ+.