Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA)
Days of Significance Calendar
We value the diverse identities, experiences, perspectives, and abilities of the children, youth, families, staff, board members, and community partners who make up our community.
The calendar provides opportunities for learning, reflection, recognition and celebration, while helping us better understand and appreciate the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives within our community. It is curated by our EDIA Committee as a resource to support meaningful engagement throughout the year.
Note: Select days may vary by a few days before or after the indicated date due to the observance of the lunar calendar for some cultures/faiths and time zones.
National Trisomy 18 Awareness Day
Thursday, March 18, 2027
National Trisomy 18 Awareness Day
It's time to wear purple and raise awareness about Trisomy 18! While most people have 23 pairs of chromosomes, some have a condition that causes extra partial or full chromosomes in their cells. Those extra chromosomes can cause a range of health complications, learning difficulties as well as delays in physical development. Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome) occurs in about 1 in 5,000 live-born infants in the United States, but many fetuses with Edwards Syndrome do not survive to term. Wearing purple today can help raise awareness about the condition and end stereotypes commonly associated with individuals living with the diagnosis.
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