Days we celebrate
At ActionAid UK, we celebrate the work of the incredible women and girls who we work with across the world each and every day. Here are just some of the international days that we mark.
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Donating to charity at Christmas
Everything you need to know about donating to charity at Christmas, including Christmas donations in lieu of gifts, and sending charity Christmas cards.
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Menstrual Hygiene Day
Menstrual Hygiene Day 2023 is on 28 May: taking on period poverty and period taboos, because menstruation matters. This Menstrual Hygiene Day, share a better period.
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World Humanitarian Day
Find out about World Humanitarian Day, why we mark it, and how you can support ActionAid's humanitarian work around the world.
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International Day of the Girl
International Day of the Girl takes places on October 11th to celebrate girls’ achievements and raise awareness of the obstacles that girls face.
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Giving Tuesday
Find out about Giving Tuesday, when Giving Tuesday 2022 will be, and how you can support ActionAid to help change the lives of women and girls living in poverty.
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Donate this Ramadan
Find out more about our Ramadan appeals and how they help families and children in need.
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International Women’s Day
Find out about International Women's Day, why we celebrate it, and how you can support ActionAid to change the lives of women and girls.