2026 Disability, Health & Community Awareness Calendar
Awareness days are a meaningful way to educate, connect and celebrate inclusion. This 2026 calendar highlights key disability, accessibility, health, mental wellbeing and community awareness dates relevant to NDIS participants, families, carers and support networks.
Holistic Futures believe inclusive support starts with understanding each person’s needs, goals, identity and lived experience.
Important Awareness Dates for NDIS Participants, Families & Carers
January: Birth Defects Awareness Month
Birth Defects Awareness Month raises awareness of congenital conditions and support for individuals and families.
24 January: Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day
Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day raises awareness of Moebius syndrome and promotes understanding and inclusion.
1–7 February: Enteral Feeding Awareness Week
Enteral Feeding Awareness Week raises awareness of tube feeding and support for people who rely on enteral nutrition.
1 February: Physical Disability Day
Physical Disability Day raises awareness of physical disability and promotes accessibility, inclusion and independence.
20 February: World Day of Social Justice
World Day of Social Justice raises awareness of equality, inclusion and fair access to opportunities.
March: Make March Purple – Epilepsy Awareness
Make March Purple raises awareness of epilepsy and support for people living with the condition.
1 March: Zero Discrimination Day
Zero Discrimination Day raises awareness of discrimination and promotes equality, dignity and inclusion.
1 March: International Wheelchair Day
International Wheelchair Day recognises wheelchair users and highlights the importance of mobility, access, independence and inclusive communities.
1 March: Self-Injury Awareness Day
Self-Injury Awareness Day breaks the silence around emotional distress by promoting non-judgmental, safe communication.
3 March: World Hearing Day
World Hearing Day raises awareness of hearing health and access to hearing care and support.
15 March: Long Covid Awareness Day
Long Covid Awareness Day raises awareness of ongoing health impacts such as fatigue, pain, brain fog and reduced daily function.
17 March: World Social Work Day
World Social Work Day raises awareness of social work and its role in supporting people and communities.
21 March: World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day promotes inclusion, rights, opportunity and recognition for people with Down syndrome.
2 April: World Autism Awareness Day
World Autism Awareness Day encourages greater understanding, acceptance and inclusion for autistic people and their families.
7 April: World Health Day
World Health Day raises awareness of global health issues and the importance of equitable healthcare.
15 April: World Art Day
World Art Day celebrates creativity, expression and participation through art.
Mental Health Awareness - Week 2 May
Mental Health Awareness Week highlights the importance of emotional wellbeing, connection, early support and healthy routines.
3 May: International Family Equality Day
International Family Equality Day recognises diverse families and the importance of belonging, respect and support.
12 May: International Nurses Day
International Nurses Day recognises the important role of nurses and care professionals in supporting health and wellbeing.
20 May: Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day
World Autoimmune day raises awareness of autoimmune and autoinflammatory arthritis, including pain, fatigue and reduced mobility.
21 May: Global Accessibility Awareness
Global Accessibility Awareness Day promotes digital accessibility, inclusive communication and easier access to information for everyone.
8–14 June: Men’s Health Week
Men’s Health Week raises awareness of men’s physical and mental health and wellbeing.
All July: Disability Pride Month
Disability Pride Month celebrates disability identity, visibility, lived experience and empowerment.
Week 2 July: NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC Week celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and achievements.
2–8 August: International Assistance Dog Week
International Assistance Dog Week raises awareness of assistance dogs and their role in supporting independence.
6 August: Jeans for Genes Day
Jeans for Genes Day raises awareness of genetic conditions and supports research for affected children and families.
20 August: Daffodil Day
Daffodil Day raises awareness of cancer and supports research, care and people affected by cancer.
21–27 August: Brain Injury Awareness Week
Brain Injury Awareness Week raises awareness of brain injury and support for people living with its impacts.
28 August: Wear it Purple Day
Wear it Purple Day raises awareness of LGBTQIA+ inclusion and support for young people.
31 August: International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day raises awareness of overdose, grief, mental health and the importance of support.
September: World Alzheimer’s Month
World Alzheimer’s Month raises awareness of dementia and support for people living with dementia and their families.
7 September: Still’s Disease Awareness Day
Still’s Disease Awareness Day raises awareness of a condition that can involve pain, fatigue, inflammation and daily living challenges.
8 September: World Physiotherapy Day
World Physiotherapy Day raises awareness of physiotherapy and its role in mobility, rehabilitation and independence.
10 September: World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day raises awareness of suicide prevention and the importance of connection and support.
11 September: R U OK? Day
R U OK? Day encourages people to check in, start meaningful conversations and support mental wellbeing.
12 September: World First Aid Day
World First Aid Day raises awareness of first aid and the importance of lifesaving knowledge and skills.
6 October: World Cerebral Palsy Day
World Cerebral Palsy Day raises awareness and promotes accessibility, independence and inclusion for people with cerebral palsy.
8 October: World Sight Day
World Sight Day raises awareness of vision impairment, eye health and accessible environments.
10 October: World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day promotes mental health awareness, support, inclusion and wellbeing.
Week 3 October: National Carers Week
National Carers Week recognises the contribution of unpaid carers and the importance of supporting their wellbeing.
27 October: World Occupational Therapy Day
World Occupational Therapy Day raises awareness of occupational therapy and its role in independence and daily living.
19–25 October: Invisible Disabilities Week
Invisible Disabilities Week raises awareness of disabilities and conditions that may not be immediately visible.
29 October: World Stroke Day
World Stroke Day raises awareness of stroke prevention, recovery and support needs after stroke.
14 November: World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day raises awareness of diabetes, prevention, management and access to care.
17 November: World Prematurity Day
World Prematurity Day raises awareness of premature birth and the ongoing support some children and families may need.
3 December: International Day of People with Disability
International Day of People with Disability recognises the rights, dignity, achievements and contributions of people with disability.
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