All - Leep Calendar

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is a United Nations-sponsored event held annually on the anniversary of the assassination of the three Mirabel sisters in the Dominican Republic on November 25, 1960. The sisters were staunch advocates of women's rights and were executed on the orders of then-ruler Rafael Trujillo. Violence against women is the most extreme form of discrimination. From 2005 to 2016, for 87 countries, 19 percent of women between 15 and 49 years of age said they had experienced physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner in the previous year. Extreme cases often lead to death. In 2012, almost half of all women who were victims of intentional homicide were killed by an intimate partner or family member, compared to six percent of male victims. Another extreme case of violence against women is female genital mutilation. This practice has declined by 24 percent since 2000 but remains high in 30 countries with representative data. In those countries, a 2015 survey indicated that more than one in three girls between 15 and 19 years of age has undergone the procedure decreased from one in two girls before 2000. Moreover, only over half (52 percent) of women between 15 and 49 years of age who are married or in a relationship make their own decisions about consensual sexual relations and contraceptives and health services based on available data from around 2012 for 45 countries, 43 of which are in developing regions. Research also shows that achieving gender equality helps prevent conflict, and high rates of violence against women correlate with outbreaks of conflict. Despite the evidence, actions for women's inclusion, leadership, and protection remain inadequate. In some areas, there has even been a rollback in progress.

Africa

Nov

Alice in Wonderland (1865): November 26

06:20 AM | -

Alice in Wonderland premiered on November 26, 1865. Written by Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pen name Lewis Carroll, it narrates a girl who fell into a rabbit hole and entered a fantasy world. The novel is considered a significant influence on popular culture in the fantasy genre.

Africa

Nov

Fraternity Day, Ntl. (1825): November 26

06:20 AM | -

On November 26, 1825, nine undergraduates at Union College in Schenectady, New York, came together and formed Kappa Alpha Society, the very first modern fraternal-like organization in the United States. Kappa Alpha was the first fraternity of the Union Triad.

Africa

Nov

Republic Day, (MN)(1924): November 26

06:20 AM | -

Republic Day in Mongolia marks the anniversary of November 26, 1924, when the nation declared itself a republic. Republic Day is a national holiday.

Africa

Nov

Shopping Reminder Day: November 26

06:20 AM | -

Shopping Reminder Day reminds people that organization is essential when creating a shopping list. On this day, people draw their shopping lists for the upcoming holiday season. Shopping Reminder Day occurs precisely one month before Christmas.

Africa

Nov

Stir-up Sunday (UK): November 26

06:20 AM | -

Plum Pudding, also known as Christmas pudding, originated in England and is traditionally made five weeks before Christmas, on Sunday before Advent begins. The day of preparation, "Stir-up Sunday," is a family affair. Each family member or child in the household stirs the pudding and makes a wish. Prunes are the main ingredient, ergo plum pudding. Silver coins for increased wealth, wishbones for good luck, a silver thimble signifying thriftiness, a ring to protect or bring on marriage, and an anchor for safe harbor and security are added to the batter. Traditionally, plum pudding is without refrigeration. When the family was ready to eat, steam was applied to return the moisture.

Africa

Nov

Sustainable Transport Day, World: November 26

06:20 AM | -

World Sustainable Transport Day focuses on the role of transport and transit corridors in sustainable development, the need for cooperation among all transport modes by highlighting the significance of international collaboration in addressing issues related to transport and transit corridors and recognizes the vulnerability of landlocked countries, emphasizing the need for efficient transit systems. World Sustainable Transport Day underscores the importance of cooperation in infrastructure development, best practice exchange, and efforts to minimize energy consumption, land, and other resources. The United Nations declares November 26 as World Sustainable Transport Day and encourages all Member States and organizations to mark this day with events to enhance public knowledge on sustainable transport issues. It invites the Department of Economic and Social Affairs of the Secretariat to facilitate the observance of this day.

Africa

Nov

Totensonntag (DE/NL)(C): November 26

06:20 AM | -

Totensonntag is the last Sunday of the Christian calendar. The new year begins with Advent. In Lutheran tradition, Totensonntag is a day to honor the dead. Totensonntag is a Federal holiday in Germany and the Netherlands.

Africa

Nov

Bavarian Cream Pie Day: November 27

06:20 AM | -

Bavarian Cream Pie Day (crème bavaroise) provides the opportunity to eat pie without the guilt. Marie Antoine Careme invented this pie in Paris in 1828.

Africa

Nov

Cider Monday: November 27

06:20 AM | -

Cider Monday rounds out Thanksgiving Weekend by encouraging stores to offer free cider and holiday treats to people that come out and support brick-and-mortar stores. This event first ran in 2013.

Africa

Nov

Consumer Week, National (UK): November 27 - December 3

06:20 AM | -

National Consumer Week seeks to raise awareness amongst UK consumers of their rights and protections under the law. Throughout the year, the various entities involved in promoting this week work to educate consumers about their rights, dangerous products, counterfeiting, and scams. National Consumer Week is a joint promotion supported by industry, NGOs, and government throughout the UK.

Africa

Nov

Cyber Monday: November 27

06:20 AM | -

The Monday following Thanksgiving is Cyber Monday. This day came about as a marketing campaign to urge people to buy online. First coined by Ellen Davis of the National Retail Federation in a press release dated November 28, 2005, Cyber Monday has quickly become one of the primary benchmarks of overall retail health during the holiday shopping season.

Africa

Nov

Guru Nanak Jayanti (S): November 27

06:20 AM | -

Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrates Guru Nanak Dev Ji (April 15, 1469-September 22, 1539), the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. It is one of the holiest days in Sikhism and may be celebrated in November or April, on his birth. Ji was born in the village of Talwandi (Nankana Sahib) in present-day Pakistan. His teachings formed the basis of Sikhism, a monotheistic religion emphasizing the importance of a truthful and purposeful life. Guru Nanak Dev Ji believed in one supreme God, who he referred to as "Waheguru." His teachings centered on equality, social justice, and service to others. He rejected the caste system and believed all human beings are equal, irrespective of their social or religious backgrounds. Guru Nanak Dev Ji's teachings form the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism. Some fundamental teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji include: Oneness of God—Guru Nanak Dev Ji preached that only one supreme creator exists who is formless, eternal, and all-pervading. He taught his followers to devote themselves to this one God and always remember Him. Equality—Guru Nanak Dev Ji emphasized the importance of treating everyone equally, regardless of caste, gender, or religion. He sought to eliminate discrimination and promote unity among all people. The importance of honest living—Guru Nanak Dev Ji taught that one should earn their living through honest means and should not exploit others. He stressed the importance of hard work, humility, and compassion. Service to others (Seva)—He encouraged his followers to serve others selflessly, as this was a way to attain spiritual growth and come closer to God. Meditation and remembrance of God (Naam Japna)—Guru Nanak Dev Ji promoted meditating on the name of God and constantly remembering Him to stay spiritually connected and attain inner peace. Guru Nanak Dev Ji traveled extensively throughout his life, spreading his message and engaging in dialogues with people from various religious and cultural backgrounds. These journeys, called Udasis, took him to different parts of the Indian subcontinent and even beyond, including present-day Sri Lanka, Tibet, and the Middle East. His teachings inspire and guide millions worldwide, providing a spiritual foundation for the Sikh community.

Africa

Nov

Kartik Purnima (H): November 27

06:20 AM | -

Kartik Purnima is the birthday of one of the incarnations of Lord Vishnu, occurring during Purnima (full moon) of the fifteenth lunar day of the month of Kartika.

PLEASE NOTE: We use the Indian civil calendar, the official holiday calendar in India. The Hindu faith has many calendars, each specific to different regions and tribes, with dates and celebrations marked by differing positions of the sun, moon, and stars. Names of months and holidays and the corresponding dates in the Gregorian Calendar may vary widely from one calendar to the next. Determine the proper calendar before attending local events.

Africa

Nov

Loi Krathong (B): November 27

06:20 AM | -

Loi Krathong Day is a holiday that honors Buddha and focuses on releasing negative thoughts and feelings. It is also a day of thanksgiving to the water goddess Phra Mae.

People of Thailand, Laos, and other Buddhist-majority countries place a Krathong, a decorated boat made of bread or styrofoam, into a river, pond, or lake. This action symbolizes the release of negativity. The boat's decor includes banana leaves, incense sticks, and a candle. It's a beautiful spectacle, especially for those unfamiliar with the custom.

Africa