World Suicide Prevention Day
2026-09-10

End Digital Poverty Day
2026-09-12

World Afro Day
2026-09-15

International Equal Pay Day
2026-09-18

National Diversity Awards 2026
2026-09-18 18:15 - 23:45 (America/Detroit) | Anglican Cathedral, Church of England Cathedral of the Diocese of Liverpool, Liverpool, L1 7AZ
A prestigious black tie event, which celebrates the excellent achievements of grass-root communities that tackle the issues in today’s society, giving them recognition for their dedication and hard work.

What are the awards all about?

Celebrating its 15th year, the National Diversity Awards (NDA) continues to honour the incredible achievements of individuals, community organisations, role models, entrepreneurs, and celebrities who strive to promote diversity and inclusion in all its forms. Over the past thirteen years, the NDA has grown into a beacon of recognition, celebrating the stories and accomplishments of those who inspire change and champion equality. Our mission is to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of our communities, showcasing the power of diversity in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future. Join us in recognising and celebrating the exceptional contributions that make our world a richer, more diverse place.
Discover more at…
www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk

Yom Kippur
2026-09-20 - 2026-09-21
Yom Kippur (Judaism)

International Day of Peace
2026-09-21

Bi-Visability Day
2026-09-23

Sukkot
2026-09-25
Sukkot (Judaism)

Holding Purpose When the World Pushes Back
2026-09-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Webinar
Facilitated by Lisa Shoko.
Organisations are navigating a period of profound change. Political polarisation, anti-DEI backlash, economic uncertainty, workforce pressures, technological disruption, and increasing scrutiny of equity initiatives have created a challenging environment for those leading Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism (IDEA) work.
Traditional approaches to organisational change often assume stability and predictability. Yet many leaders and practitioners now find themselves operating in environments that are increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous, brittle, anxious, non-linear and at times incomprehensible.
This session explores how the concepts of VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous) and BANI (Brittle, Anxious, Non-Linear and Incomprehensible) can help us understand the challenges facing IDEA work today.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR FREE!

About the Facilitator
Lisa Shoko is a senior leader in anti-racism, equity and organisational change with extensive experience supporting healthcare organisations to address inequity through governance, leadership, workforce improvement and cultural transformation. As Anti-Racism Programme Lead at University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, she leads work to embed anti-racism across organisational systems, decision-making and accountability structures.
Lisa facilitates strategic discussions with boards, executive teams and system partners, helping organisations strengthen accountability, improve staff and patient outcomes, and deliver sustainable change. She is known for creating environments where people can engage honestly with complex issues while remaining focused on practical outcomes. Her approach combines strategic thinking, evidence, lived experience and a strong understanding of how organisations create and sustain change.
Alongside her NHS role, Lisa holds regional leadership responsibilities as Deputy Chair for the C&M EDI Network and the Chair of the Liverpool City Region Race Equality Panel and contributes to national conversations on race equity, leadership and system change, bringing a practical and evidence-informed perspective to improving outcomes for staff, patients and communities.
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International Day of Older Persons
2026-10-01

ADHD Awareness Month
2026-10-01 - 2026-10-31, 2026-10-01

Dwarfism Awareness Month
2026-10-01 - 2026-10-31

Breast Cancer Awareness Month
2026-10-01 - 2026-10-31

Go Sober for October
2026-10-01 - 2026-10-31

Black History Month
2026-10-01 - 2026-10-31

Shemini Atzeret
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-03
Shemini Atzeret (Judaism)

Simchat Torah
2026-10-03
Simchat Torah (Judaism)

International Week of Happiness at Work
2026-10-06 - 2026-10-10

International Lesbian Day
2026-10-08

Baby Loss Awareness Week
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-15

World Mental Health Day
2026-10-10

National Coming Out Day
2026-10-11

Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Turning Good Intentions into Real Impact
2026-10-15 11:00 - 15:00 | Autotrader, No. 3, Circle Square , 3 Hawkshaw Street,, Manchester, M1 7BL
Thursday 15th October 11:00 – 15:00
Autotrader, No. 3, Circle Square, 3 Hawkshaw Street, Manchester M1 7BL
Join us for ‘Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Turning Good Intentions into Real Impact’ for an engaging and solutions-focused day as we explore how organisations can move beyond neurodiversity awareness and into meaningful, practical behaviour change.
This cross-industry event brings together inclusion leaders, practitioners and colleagues committed to creating workplaces where neurodivergent talent can thrive. Through keynote insights, lived-experience, and a hands-on interactive workshop, we’ll focus on what neurodiversity looks like in action, in meetings, in communication, in leadership and in the way we work together every day.
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What to Expect
Lived Experience Panel Discussion
A dynamic cross-sector panel exploring real-world challenges, successes and lessons learned when creating neuro-inclusive environments. Hear directly from neurodivergent colleagues as they share personal insights. Expect honest conversation, practical examples and opportunities for audience Q&A.
Interactive Workshop: Neurodiversity Practice in Action – Ways of Working
This practical session is designed to turn understanding into behaviour change.
Participants will:

Redesign meetings to be clearer, more structured and inclusive

Rethink feedback loops to support different communication styles

Review workflows to increase predictability and reduce cognitive overload

Identify quick wins that can be implemented immediately

Why Attend?
Neurodiversity inclusion is not just about awareness sessions or policy updates. It’s about making everyday working practices clearer, fairer and more accessible for everyone. This event is designed to equip you with tangible tools, peer insight and actionable commitments.
We look forward to welcoming you to a day of learning, collaboration and progress.
Agenda:
11.00 – 11.25
Delegate Arrival & Registration
11.25 – 11.35
Host welcome
Helen Robinson | Diversity, Inclusion & Community Engagement Manger | AutoTrader
Paul Sesay, Award winning Equity & Inclusion Leader, Founder & CEO & Lucian Main, DEI Partnership Executive | Inclusive Companies
11.35 – 11.45
Dr Tony Lloyd FRSA
Internationally renowned speaker, consultant, campaigner, Psychotherapist & Neurodiversity Specialist
11.45 – 12.45
Lived Experience Panel: Chaired by Paul Sesay
Lucian Main | Trans+ Changemaker 2026, Employee Resource Group Specialist, ADHD Coach
Parul Singh | Founder of Parallel Minds Neurodiversity Consultancy
Tim Platt | Video Production Lead, AutoTrader
Dr Tony Lloyd FRSA | Europe’s no.1 ADHD Doctor
12.45 – 13.30
Lunch
13.30 – 14.45
Workshop: Neurodiversity Practice in Action (Ways of working) – facilitated by Autimatic
14.45 – 15.00
Post event networking and close

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World Menopause Day
2026-10-18

UK Disability History Month
2026-10-20 - 2026-11-19

International Pronouns Day
2026-10-21

International Stammering Awareness Day
2026-10-22

National Mentoring Day
2026-10-27
