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title: Safeguarding and Whistleblowing Awareness Calendar 2027 | Speak Out Safe
description: Key safeguarding, mental health, abuse-prevention and whistleblowing awareness days for 2027, month by month, with links to each official organiser.
---

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Awareness calendar 2027

# What’s happening in safeguarding and whistleblowing.

Key awareness days, weeks and months for 2027, from January to December. Use them to plan campaigns, staff briefings and reminders about how people can speak up safely.

All themes

Safeguarding

Mental health

Abuse prevention

Online safety

Whistleblowing and ethics

January3 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- Usually third Monday *date TBC*[Brew Monday](https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/brew-monday/toolkit/)Samaritans encourages people to share a cuppa and check in with friends, family and colleagues during the January blues.Samaritans · Mental health
- 27 January[Holocaust Memorial Day](https://www.hmd.org.uk/)Remembers victims of the Holocaust and later genocides, and calls on everyone to stand against prejudice and hatred.Holocaust Memorial Day Trust · Abuse prevention
- 28 January[Data Protection Day](https://www.coe.int/en/web/data-protection/data-protection-day)A prompt to review privacy rights and how personal data, including reports from people speaking up, is handled.Council of Europe · Online safety

February7 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- All of February[Football v Homophobia Month of Action](https://www.footballvhomophobia.com/moa)Clubs, fans and leagues challenge discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity across football.Football v Homophobia · Abuse prevention
- 1 to 7 February[Children’s Mental Health Week](https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/childrens-mental-health-week/)Helps schools, families and organisations focus on the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people.Place2Be · Mental health
- 1 to 7 February[Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week](https://sexualabuseandsexualviolenceawarenessweek.org)Raises awareness of sexual abuse and violence and of the support available to survivors.Independent campaign · Abuse prevention
- Usually first Thursday *date TBC*[Time to Talk Day](https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/time-to-talk-day/)Encourages friends, families, colleagues and communities to talk openly about mental health.Mind and Rethink Mental Illness · Mental health
- 6 February[International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM](https://www.un.org/en/observances/female-genital-mutilation-day)Directs efforts to end female genital mutilation, a form of abuse and a safeguarding concern in the UK.United Nations · Abuse prevention
- 9 February[Safer Internet Day](https://saferinternet.org.uk/safer-internet-day)The UK’s biggest online safety campaign, helping children, parents and organisations use technology safely.UK Safer Internet Centre · Online safety
- 22 to 28 February[Eating Disorders Awareness Week](https://edaw.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/)Raises awareness of eating disorders, challenges myths and encourages people to seek help early.Beat · Mental health

March3 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- 1 March[Self Harm Awareness Day](https://harmless.org.uk/self-harm-awareness-day/)Improves understanding of self-harm, reduces stigma and helps people respond with compassion.Harmless (UK resources) · Mental health
- 11 March[University Mental Health Day](https://www.studentminds.org.uk/get-involved/university-mental-health-day/)Gets universities and students talking about student mental health and how institutions can support it.Student Minds and UMHAN · Mental health
- Usually 18 March *date TBC*[National Child Exploitation Awareness Day](https://nwgnetwork.org/child-exploitation-awareness-day-2026/)Highlights child sexual and criminal exploitation and how everyone can spot the signs and act.NWG Network · Safeguarding

April2 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- All of April[Stress Awareness Month](https://www.stress.org.uk/stress-awareness-month/)Raises awareness of the causes of stress and practical ways to manage it at work and at home.The Stress Management Society · Mental health
- 28 April[World Day for Safety and Health at Work](https://www.un.org/en/observances/work-safety-day)Promotes safe and healthy workplaces, including psychological safety and staff wellbeing.International Labour Organization · Mental health

May2 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- Usually mid-May *date TBC*[Mental Health Awareness Week](https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/public-engagement/mental-health-awareness-week)A themed week encouraging action to protect and improve the nation’s mental health.Mental Health Foundation · Mental health
- 17 May[IDAHOBIT](https://may17.org/about/)A worldwide day against discrimination, harassment and hate crime targeting LGBT+ people.IDAHOBIT · Abuse prevention

June7 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- 7 to 13 June[Carers Week](https://www.carersweek.org/)Recognises unpaid carers and the support they need to protect their own health and wellbeing.Carers UK and partners · Mental health
- 12 June[World Day Against Child Labour](https://www.un.org/en/observances/world-day-against-child-labour)Rallies action to end child labour, a reminder to check supply chains for exploitation.United Nations and ILO · Safeguarding
- Usually mid-June *date TBC*[Loneliness Awareness Week](https://www.marmaladetrust.org/law)Helps people understand loneliness and encourages communities and workplaces to build connection.Marmalade Trust · Mental health
- 15 June[World Elder Abuse Awareness Day](https://www.un.org/en/observances/elder-abuse-awareness-day)Draws attention to the abuse and neglect of older people and the duty to safeguard adults at risk.United Nations · Safeguarding
- Usually mid-June to mid-July *date TBC*[Whistleblowing Awareness Month](https://wbuk.org/whistleblowing-awareness-month-2026-wam2026/)A programme of events promoting protection for whistleblowers and healthier reporting cultures.WhistleblowersUK · Whistleblowing and ethics
- 18 June[International Day for Countering Hate Speech](https://www.un.org/en/observances/countering-hate-speech)Counters hate speech online and offline and protects people targeted for who they are.United Nations · Abuse prevention
- 23 June[World Whistleblowers Day](https://www.transparency.org/en/news/world-whistleblowers-day-2023-anticorruption-solidarity)Honours people who report wrongdoing and highlights the need for safe, trusted reporting channels.Marked internationally · Whistleblowing and ethics

July3 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- 24 July[Samaritans Awareness Day](https://www.samaritans.org/talktous)A reminder that support is available 24/7 for anyone who is struggling.Samaritans · Mental health
- 30 July[World Day against Trafficking in Persons](https://www.un.org/en/observances/end-human-trafficking-day)Raises awareness of human trafficking and of the rights of its victims.United Nations and UNODC · Abuse prevention
- 30 July[National Whistleblower Day (US)](https://whistleblowers.org/national-whistleblower-day)Marks America’s first whistleblower law of 1778, a useful international reference point.National Whistleblower Center · Whistleblowing and ethics

August1 date

- No dates for this theme this month.
- 12 August[International Youth Day](https://www.un.org/en/observances/youth-day)Recognises young people’s voices and rights, a good moment to review how youth settings listen and protect.United Nations · Safeguarding

September1 date

- No dates for this theme this month.
- 10 September[World Suicide Prevention Day](https://www.iasp.info/wspd/)A global day to raise awareness that suicide can be prevented and to encourage open conversation.International Association for Suicide Prevention · Mental health

October7 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- All of October[Black History Month](https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/)Celebrates the contribution of Black people in the UK and prompts action on racism and inclusion.Black History Month UK · Abuse prevention
- Usually October *date TBC*[Scams Awareness Campaign](https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/information/scams-awareness-campaign/)Helps people recognise, report and talk about scams, including online fraud.Citizens Advice · Online safety
- 10 October[World Mental Health Day](https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day)Increases awareness of mental health and mobilises support, including in the workplace.World Health Organization · Mental health
- 11 October[International Day of the Girl Child](https://www.un.org/en/observances/girl-child-day)Highlights girls’ rights and the challenges they face, including violence and exploitation.United Nations · Safeguarding
- Usually mid-October *date TBC*[National Hate Crime Awareness Week](https://nationalhcaw.uk)Encourages people to report hate crime and organisations to support victims.National Hate Crime Awareness Week · Abuse prevention
- 18 October[Anti-Slavery Day](https://www.antislaveryday.com/)The UK’s statutory day to raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking.UK statutory day · Abuse prevention
- Usually mid to late October *date TBC*[Global Ethics Day](https://carnegiecouncil.org/about/news/press-release/global-ethics-day-2026-ethics-re-centered)Invites organisations to explore the role of ethics in leadership, culture and decision-making.Carnegie Council · Whistleblowing and ethics

November7 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- Usually mid-November *date TBC*[International Fraud Awareness Week](https://www.acfe.com/fraudweek)Promotes anti-fraud awareness and encourages stronger prevention and reporting controls.Association of Certified Fraud Examiners · Whistleblowing and ethics
- Usually mid-November *date TBC*[Anti-Bullying Week](https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/anti-bullying-week)Raises awareness of bullying among children and young people and how to stop it.Anti-Bullying Alliance · Abuse prevention
- Usually mid-November *date TBC*[Safeguarding Adults Week](https://www.anncrafttrust.org/safeguarding-adults-week/)Brings organisations together to promote good practice in protecting adults at risk.Ann Craft Trust · Safeguarding
- 18 November[World Day for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse](https://indonesia.un.org/en/node/252586)Focuses on preventing child sexual exploitation, abuse and violence and supporting survivors to heal.United Nations · Safeguarding
- 19 November[International Men’s Day](https://internationalmensday.com/)Draws attention to men’s health and emotional wellbeing and positive role models.International Men’s Day · Mental health
- 20 November[World Children’s Day](https://www.un.org/en/observances/world-childrens-day)Marks the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, a day of action for and by children.United Nations and UNICEF · Safeguarding
- 25 November to 10 December[Elimination of Violence against Women, and 16 Days of Activism](https://www.un.org/en/observances/ending-violence-against-women-day)Sixteen days of action against gender-based violence, including domestic abuse and digital violence.United Nations and UN Women · Abuse prevention

December3 dates

- No dates for this theme this month.
- 2 December[International Day for the Abolition of Slavery](https://www.un.org/en/observances/slavery-abolition-day)Focuses on ending contemporary slavery such as trafficking, forced labour and sexual exploitation.United Nations · Abuse prevention
- 9 December[International Anti-Corruption Day](https://www.un.org/en/observances/anti-corruption-day)Highlights the role of reporting and integrity in tackling corruption.United Nations and UNODC · Whistleblowing and ethics
- 10 December[Human Rights Day](https://www.un.org/en/observances/human-rights-day)Marks the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and everyone’s right to dignity, safety and free expression.United Nations · Whistleblowing and ethics

Dates marked **date TBC** follow the organiser’s usual timing and will be confirmed when published. Each title links to the official organiser. We review this calendar once a year; last reviewed 14 October 2026. Spotted a change? [Let us know](mailto:hello@speakoutsafe.uk).

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