International Women’s Day

In the United States, October is designated as National Filipino American Heritage Month and was established to honor the significant contributions made by people of Filipino descent.

In the United States, October is designated as National German-American Heritage Month and was established to honor the significant contributions made by people of German descent.

In the United States, October is designated as National Polish- American Heritage Month and was established to honor the significant contributions made by people of Polish descent.

October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Launched in 1987, this month intends to unite and connect survivors of domestic violence and the organizations that work on these issues. Learn more at the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence website.

Eleven states and many municipalities designate the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This day recognizes the long history of indigenous stewardship and contributions prior to Christopher Columbus’s arrival in North America to present day.