Category: DE&I

Reading Time: 3 minutesEaster is one of the most widely celebrated holidays around the world, symbolising renewal, hope, and joy. Traditionally observed as a Christian holiday and being the most important festival in the Christian calendar, it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter has also become a cultural celebration marked by various traditions, including festive meals, egg […]

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe MPA celebrates Autism Awareness Month and World Autism Awareness Day in April 2025   How managers can support staff on the Autism Spectrum   As managers, making small adjustments and creating an autism-friendly workplace can make a huge difference to autistic employees. It is important to understand that even the smallest adjustments can be […]

Reading Time: 3 minutes  April is Autism Awareness Month, with World Autism Awareness Day observed annually on 2nd April. Established by the United Nations in 2007, this internationally recognised day was created to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Now, more than 17 years later, the global movement has evolved beyond awareness, focusing on acceptance, appreciation, and […]

Reading Time: 3 minutesEid al-Fitr, known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is a significant Islamic holiday marking the conclusion of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. In 2025, Eid al-Fitr is anticipated to commence on the evening of March 30th, with celebrations continuing into the next day. However, the exact date may vary […]

Reading Time: 3 minutesRamadan is the holy month in Islam, characterised by prayer, fasting, reflection and community. Ramadan is determined by the sightings of the moon, this year it is expected that Ramadan will begin on the evening of 28 February. Ramadan is the 9th month in the Islamic lunar calendar. It is a time for focusing on […]

Reading Time: 5 minutesWritten by the DEI, CSR and Wellbeing Team     LGBT History Month, celebrated in February in the UK, is a time to reflect on the history, struggles, and contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. This month honours the achievements of those who have fought for equality and social justice while also recognising […]

Reading Time: 3 minutesChinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is one of the most significant cultural celebrations in the world. In 2025, this vibrant festival falls on Wednesday, 29 January, marking the transition into the Year of the Snake according to the Chinese zodiac.   The Year of the Snake The […]

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Reading Time: 3 minutesWritten by the MPA DEI Team Every October, we celebrate Black History Month. Black History Month was first celebrated in the UK in 1987 by Akaayba Sebo, a special projects coordinator of the Ethnic Minorities Unit at what was then known as the Greater London Council. Black History Month is a time to share, celebrate […]