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North American Inclusion Month (NAIM) is an annual observance that raises awareness and fosters inclusion for people with disabilities. Held every February, NAIM emphasizes the importance of community, diversity, and the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in all aspects of society. Yachad/National Jewish Council for Disabilities (NJCD) established NAIM, An agency of the Orthodox Union. Yachad/NJCD exists to address the needs of all Jewish individuals with disabilities and ensure their inclusion in every aspect of Jewish life. The initiative began to promote inclusion within the Jewish community and has since broadened its scope to encompass all aspects of North American society by highlighting the importance of including people with disabilities in all facets of society, from education and employment to religious and community life. NAIM seeks to educate the public about the abilities and potential of individuals with disabilities and to challenge common misconceptions and stereotypes. NORTH AMERICAN INCLUSION MONTH ACTIVITIES Throughout the month, various events and activities promote understanding and inclusion. These include educational programs, awareness campaigns, workshops, and community events. Schools, workplaces, and community centers often participate in NAIM by hosting special events, promoting inclusive practices, and engaging in discussions about disability and inclusion. The month also allows advocacy groups to highlight legislative and policy initiatives to improve the lives of people with disabilities. NAIM has become an essential platform for raising awareness and advocating for the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities. It has helped to foster a dialogue about the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and how society can work towards becoming more inclusive. North American Inclusion Month serves as a vital reminder of the importance of embracing diversity and ensuring that individuals with disabilities can participate fully in all aspects of life. By promoting awareness, understanding, and action, NAIM contributes to the ongoing effort to create a more inclusive and accessible society.

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Nutella® Day, World: February 5

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Every brand manager's dream is to inspire a cult following for their product. Apple has done it. Now it looks like the hazelnut and chocolate spread invented in the 1940s, known by the brand name Nutella has also achieved this pinnacle of popularity. Created in 2006 by fans of the spread, World Nutella Day is deliciously celebrated by the spoonful worldwide.

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Oglethorpe Day (US-GA)(1733): February 12

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James Edward Oglethorpe (December 22, 1696–June 30, 1785) was a British general, member of Parliament, philanthropist, and founder of the colony of Georgia. Oglethorpe Day celebrates the founding of Georgia on February 12, 1733, most specifically the city of Savannah.

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One Billion Rising, Global Dance: February 14

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The One Billion Rising for Justice campaign is rapidly building upon the energy and momentum created in early 2013 when one billion activists in 207 countries came together to strike, dance, and rise to end violence against women and girls. More than 100 countries are already signed on to Rise outside courthouses, police stations, government offices, school administration buildings, workplaces, sites of environmental injustice, military courts, embassies, places of worship, or other public spaces for justice, marking the call to end the rampant impunity that prevails globally. The expanded One Billion Rising website features activist videos, daily news updates and photos, information on joining the campaign, and much more. Individuals and organizations can get involved with One Billion Rising online by adding to the thousands already signed up. The “This is What Justice Looks Like” project launches today as a forum where activists can share their definitions of justice in the form of text, images, and video in an online collage on the campaign website. The series debuts with videos from activists in Syria, Haiti, the Philippines, and South Africa and a new monologue by Eve Ensler. Contributors are encouraged to visualize justice, harnessing their power and imagination.

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Optimists Day, World: February 6

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World Optimists Day, created in 2013, is a global celebration promoting positivity and an optimistic outlook, is observed annually. The event is a reminder to focus on the bright side of life and a call to action to spread hope and joy in communities worldwide. Optimists International, a service organization founded in 1919, founded the event to promote optimism and positive thinking. The primary purpose of World Optimists Day is to encourage individuals to look at life with a hopeful perspective and acknowledge the power of positive thinking and its impact on mental well-being, stress reduction, and overall quality of life. World Optimists Day is a reminder that, despite challenges and setbacks, a positive outlook can lead to improved coping strategies, resilience, and even improved health outcomes. It's also an opportunity for communities, schools, and organizations to engage in activities that promote optimism, such as sharing uplifting stories, hosting motivational talks, and engaging in community service. CELEBRATING WORLD OPTIMISTS DAY Celebrations of World Optimists Day vary globally, but common activities include: Community events focused on spreading joy and hope. Workshops on positive thinking. Social media campaigns encourage people to share messages of optimism. Schools and educational institutions may participate by organizing events that foster a positive student environment, such as gratitude exercises or acts of kindness challenges. Businesses and organizations often use this day to engage in team-building activities centered around positive thinking and to highlight the importance of a positive workplace culture. In summary, World Optimists Day celebrates the power and benefits of positive thinking. Its significance lies in its universal message of hope, resilience, and the enduring human spirit. The day provides an opportunity for individuals and communities to reflect on the positive aspects of life and to spread an optimistic outlook, which can profoundly affect both individual well-being and societal harmony.

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Orphan Week, World: February 3-10

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World Orphan Week first ran in 2005 and was created by SOS Children's Villages United Kingdom and focuses on raising awareness about abandoned and orphaned children worldwide. It is a fundraising and education campaign gaining support from children's charities worldwide. The United States and Canada adopted the event in 2008.

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Our Lady of Suyapa Day, (HN)(1747): February 3

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Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (AU): February

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Australia's Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month raises awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. During the month, patients share the stories of those affected by the disease, highlight ovarian cancer risk factors, and educate Australians on ovarian cancer diagnosis and treatment. Ovarian cancer is still the deadliest women's cancer, and unfortunately, this has not changed in 30 years. Every day in Australia, four women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and three will die from the disease.

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Paczki Day: February 17

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Pronounced 'Poonch-kee,' Paczki is a Polish pastry traditionally eaten before the beginning of Lent. Typically round in shape, the fried dough pastry is filled with fruit and dusted in sugar.

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Pancake Day (C)(AU/UK/CA): February 17

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Pancake Day (also called Fat Tuesday or Shrove Tuesday) is the last great gasp of gluttony before the 40 days of Lent in the Christian calendar. The custom during Lent is to give up something you enjoy and fast from that enjoyment to mark the 40 days leading up to Easter. In Australia, Canada, South Africa, and the United Kingdom, this day before Ash Wednesday is often celebrated by eating pancakes with lots of syrup and butter. Thus the name Pancake Day.

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Pancake Week, Ntl.: February 11-17

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Preparation for Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter, traditionally involved removing from one’s kitchen of rich and dairy-based foods like milk, butter, and eggs. Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday) and Pancake Week evolved from this tradition. Pancakes are made with butter, milk, eggs, and flour, so using the ingredients is better than throwing them out. Pancake Week occurs during the seven days leading up to the first day of Lent, Ash Wednesday, and runs concurrently with Carnaval and Mardi Gras. It is an entire week in the United States, and in the Commonwealth countries, it is the day before Ash Wednesday.

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Pangolin Day, World: February 21

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World Pangolin Day raises awareness about the importance and plight of the pangolins. One aspect making pangolins unique is their scales, as no other mammal has them. Quiet and diligent, pangolins range from the size of a house cat to a medium-weight dog. The eight pangolin species live in Asia and Africa and are becoming endangered due to their status as the world's most trafficked animal. These gentle and shy mammals are highly sought after in Asia for their scales and tender meat, which is expensive and considered a status symbol when eaten. Like many rare animal parts, though nothing more than keratin (the material comprising fingernails), their scales are sought for several thoroughly debunked "natural" medicines; essentially, they're killed for superstition as fingernail clippings provide the same ingredient. Not a single medical application using pangolin parts, ranging from alieving arthritis to menstrual cramps, has been scientifically proven effective. Pangolin scales are sought as good luck charms for wealth attraction and to protect from evil spirits—a use also scientifically debunked. What about the ever-present quest for male virility for which many animals, from tigers to gorillas, are sacrificed on the altar of the masculine potency myth? Men in some Asian cultures believe eating a stewed pangolin fetus enhances their sexual efficacy and vigor. It doesn't. Pangolins reproduce just one offspring a year; each fetus destroys two—the mother whose belly is sliced open and the baby inside. Pangolins, when threatened, curl up into a ball. Their scales protect them from natural predators, but their position and their passivity make them very easy to handle, abuse, and cage by humans. Though they look like an anteater, they are closely related to wolves and bears. Pangolins support the ecosystem by reducing insect populations, and their preferred food is termites. That alone is a great reason to keep pangolins around.

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Parent Leadership Month, Ntl.: February

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National Parent Leadership Month raises public awareness of the roles parents play in shaping their children's lives. It publicizes and expands opportunities for parents to participate in policy making at the local, state, and national levels and recognizes the contributions of parent leaders to their families and communities.

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Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Founders Day, Ntl. (1897): February 17

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February 17, 1897, the Parent Teachers Association was founded under the National Congress of Mothers, chaired by Alice McLellan Birney and Phoebe Apperson Hearst. National PTA is a strong advocate for public education, bettering the lives of every child in education, health, and safety. The PTA continues to be the largest volunteer child advocacy organization in the nation. It is responsible in whole or part for creating Kindergarten classes, child labor laws, public health services, hot and healthy lunch programs, the juvenile justice system, mandatory immunization, arts in education, and school safety programs.

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Patient Recognition Day, Ntl.: February 3

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Patient Recognition Day is the "Thank your Customers Day " for the healthcare industry and occurs on February 3 each year. Created by the Marion Regional Healthcare System, which was acquired in 2010 by Community Health Systems, Patient Recognition Day and the previous week is an international event that is simple to observe. Thank your patients for choosing you as their healthcare provider.

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