Women's History Month
For 2025, the National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) proudly presents the theme “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.”
Discover how the 2025 theme celebrates the powerful influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership. This flyer highlights the significance of these contributions, the role of women in shaping society, and the goals of honoring, inspiring, educating, and uniting communities. Download the flyer to learn more about how you can engage with and promote this important theme in your own work and community efforts.
Unlock the power of women’s history with our comprehensive Women’s History Toolkit! Designed for educators, community leaders, and history enthusiasts, this toolkit provides everything you need to celebrate and educate about the vital contributions of women. From ready-to-use lesson plans and discussion guides to inspiring stories and historical resources, our toolkit is your go-to resource for bringing women’s history to life in your classroom, organization, or community event.
Download your Women’s History Toolkit 2025.
Download your sample Women’s History Month proclamation HERE
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Nutrition Awareness Month
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Explore, download, and print CDC's free communications and public health resources about measles and the MMR vaccine. Use the graphics on your social media channels or websites. Filter by audience to find specific resources.
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Join Us!
NEXT WEEK: Poison Prevention Week
This annual observance is an opportunity to educate your community about poison risks and ways to avoid them. Visit HRSA’s website for materials to promote your events and support your efforts to raise awareness.
The “What You Can Do” webpage is an important resource for anyone who suspects someone has been exposed to a poisonous substance.
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Virginia Partners in Prayer & Prevention
Virginia Partner Resource Webinar Series
March is National Nutrition Month (NNM)—a time to highlight the importance of making informed food choices and improving nutrition for healthier communities. Join us for a Partner Resource Session focused on equipping organizations with tools to support the well-being of those they serve.
This session will provide an overview of NNM resources, followed by a deep dive into Virginia Community Healthcare Association's nutrition program, offering practical guidelines and strategies that partners can use to enhance nutrition education and access to healthy food.
We’ll also engage in a discussion on how we can collectively strengthen nutrition initiatives and ensure communities have the support they need to make healthier choices.
When: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
March is National Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month
This month highlights the challenges faced by individuals with conditions like hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, and other bleeding disorders. By fostering a better understanding of bleeding disorders, we can build a more supportive community. Visit our LinkedIn Blood Research & Education Showcase page to learn more and share these resources to help spread awareness and support those affected:
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1 in 3 US adults have 3 or more risk factors leading to CKM syndrome.* Groundbreaking new therapies exist, but many patients experience fragmented care. The American Heart Association is committed to improving outcomes for CKM patients, placing each person’s needs at the center of treatment.
*Risk factors are elevated weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, and triglycerides, which lead to cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, and kidney disease – AHA 2023 Statistical Update
Several conditions may be present in CKM syndrome. Some people may have been diagnosed with one or two conditions, while others may have more. Learn more about the conditions that are part of CKM syndrome:
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Cardiovascular conditions:
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Metabolic conditions:
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 The NWGHAAD 2025 Toolkit is designed to help individuals and organizations raise awareness, promote conversations, and support treatment and care during the observance and throughout the year. Join us in supporting National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on March 10, 2025, by amplifying HIV/AIDS messaging and highlighting ways to prevent HIV or live healthy lives with HIV.
How to Use the Toolkit
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Explore the resources. Look through the materials for the best tools to serve your audience and community.
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Download and share the resources. Access the 2025 NWGHAAD resources and share them widely. These resources are free to use and copyright-free.
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Promote the resources on social media. Use ready-made graphics and posts on your social media channels. Remember to use the hashtag #NWGHAAD to reach a broader audience.
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Tag us! Don’t forget to tag the Office on Women’s Health (OWH) on social media so we can cross-promote your messaging.
Mental Health Month 2025 Planning Guide
MHA’s Mental Health Month 2025 Planning Guide is your go-to resource for turning awareness into action this May. Designed for community organizations, workplaces, educators, and advocacy groups, this guide equips you with the tools to make a meaningful impact on mental wellness. Inside, you’ll find:
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Innovative outreach ideas to spark engagement
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Ready-to-use communication templates to save time
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Activity examples to inspire your planning
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Partnership opportunities to amplify your reach
Whether you’re launching your first awareness campaign or have been celebrating Mental Health Month for years, this guide will help you create impactful events and initiatives. Let’s make Mental Health Month 2025 the most powerful yet!
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VOICES of Black Women is a long-term study led by the Population Science team within the American Cancer Society (ACS) that aims to enroll at least 100,000 Black women ages 25 - 55 in the United States over the next few years. The goal of this study is to better understand health conditions like cancer and how to improve overall health among Black women.
Black women have been historically underrepresented in research, and this “next generation” study will help us overcome previous limitations from such under-representation. Information from our VOICES participants will help optimize the health of Black women for generations to come by giving ACS VOICES researchers the opportunity to:
- Advance the knowledge of the health conditions that affect Black women.
- Inform strategies for interventions to help Black women decrease their risk for certain diseases.
- Inform advocacy efforts that initiate, support, or expand health policies based on evidence-based research.
Join thousands stepping up for Black women’s health. Here’s how you can help:
- Enroll: If eligible, I encourage you to join the study at voices.cancer.org. Just one hour a year can transform health outcomes for Black women everywhere.
- Share: Spread the word to eligible Black women in your personal network. Your voice is essential in helping the collective fight against cancer.
Eligibility: Black women aged 25–55 with no cancer history (except basal/squamous skin cancer) living in the U.S. This is an opportunity to create lasting change for Black women’s health. Learn more or join at voices.cancer.org.
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month—a time to take action, raise your voice, and make a difference. Get involved today to help spread awareness, advocate for screening, and support those impacted by colorectal cancer. Watch our recent Partner Resource Webinar Session with Colorectal Cancer Alliance here!
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Facts & Faith Fridays:
Multiple Myeloma & Fireside Chat with
Facts & Faith Fridays Leaders
Friday, March 21st from 3-4:00 PM on Zoom!
National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month (NNM), a time to focus on the importance of healthy eating and nutrition education. In our recent Partner Resource Session, we explored NNM resources, VCHA’s nutrition program, and practical tools to help organizations support the well-being of their communities.
If you missed the session, you can watch the recording to gain insights and access valuable resources on nutrition guidelines, education strategies, and ways to improve food access for those in need.
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Brain Injury Awareness Month
Every March, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) leads the nation in observing Brain Injury Awareness Month. This month, we recognize the resilience of individuals living with brain injuries and highlight resources to aid recovery, rehabilitation, and community support. By increasing awareness and access to care, we can help improve outcomes and quality of life for those affected.
Stay informed and get involved—small actions can make a big difference! For more information and resources, visit Brain Injury Association of America.
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Healthy Habits to Prevent Flu
Flu season is here, but simple everyday habits can help protect you and those around you! Washing your hands regularly, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when sick are key steps in preventing the spread of the flu. Getting an annual flu shot is the most effective way to reduce your risk of severe illness.
By practicing these healthy habits, you can help keep your community safe and healthy. Learn more about flu prevention and available resources at CDC.gov. Stay well this season!
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Join the Maternal and Child Health Bureau in raising awareness of National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW) March 16-22.
NPPW is recognized annually to raise awareness of poison prevention nationwide. Poison control centers manage more than two million calls each year through the Poison Help Line. Callers usually get the help they need over the phone and do not have to go to a doctor or the hospital.
Visit HRSA’s Poison Control Program’s website for more information and resources on how to prevent and respond to a poison emergency.
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 Partners in Healthcare
Richmond, VA
We participated in the Active Aging Expo at the Tuckahoe Moose Lodge, an event dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and resources for older adults. We engaged with community members, shared valuable information on health equity initiatives, and connected with partners working to support aging populations. The expo provided a great opportunity to highlight the importance of accessible healthcare and wellness programs for seniors.
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