Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and provide support for mental health, highlighting the importance of early intervention and treating mental illness with the same seriousness as physical health.
International Overdose Awareness Day, observed on August 31st, aims to reduce the stigma around drug-related deaths, promote overdose prevention, and encourage action to support those affected by substance use.
Mental health struggles affect both men and women, with each gender facing unique challenges, but both can benefit from support and treatment, emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health without stigma.
Raising awareness around gender-based violence, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, is crucial, as it helps support survivors and provides resources for those experiencing domestic violence.
Bisexual Visibility Day on September 23 celebrates bisexual individuals, combats stigma and biphobia, and promotes understanding and acceptance of bisexuality as a valid orientation to support their mental health and well-being.
In recognition of International Women’s Day, this post highlights the ongoing gender pay gap, encourages women to advocate for their rights in the workplace, and emphasizes the importance of empowerment, support, and meaningful change.
