Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month, typically observed in May, is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, promoting well-being, and encouraging open discussions about mental health issues. The focus is on reducing the stigma surrounding mental illness, offering support to those in need, and advocating for improved access to mental health resources. Many organizations and communities hold events, workshops, and campaigns to educate people on the importance of mental health and the resources available. Common themes include destigmatization, self-care, building support systems, and advocating for public policy changes to enhance mental health services.

Heritage Months and Dates

February

Black History Month in the United States and Canada

March

National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month Women’s History Month

April

Autism Awareness Month Celebrate Diversity Month National Arab American Heritage Month National Deaf History Month National Volunteer Month

May

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the United States Jewish American Heritage Month Mental Health Awareness Month

June

LGBTQ+ Pride Month Immigrant Heritage Month

October

National Disability Employment Awareness Month Global Diversity Awareness Month National Hispanic Heritage Month

November

National Native American Heritage Month