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January 2025 is a big busy month for health and wellbeing awareness in the UK, with many events taking place across a wide range for important causes. From Dry January to Cervical Cancer Awareness week, there's a host of fun and impactful events, celebrations and campaigns to raise awareness and enhance physical health and mental wellbeing throughout your workforce.

Below, we've put together a comprehensive list of events and key dates that are part of health and wellbeing campaigns, so HR professionals can know exactly what's coming up, when, and how to get involved.

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Dry January

Dry January is a public health campaign that encourages people to abstain from consuming alcohol for the entire month of January. It originated in the United Kingdom and has gained popularity in many countries around the world. The initiative is often promoted by organisations like Alcohol Change UK and aims to raise awareness about alcohol's effects on health, encourage mindful drinking, and promote better habits.

‍Veganuary

Veganuary is a global campaign that encourages people to try a vegan diet for the month of January. The initiative was started in 2014 by a UK-based nonprofit organisation also called Veganuary. It aims to promote veganism for its potential benefits to animals, the environment, and personal health.

World Introvert Day (2^nd January)

World Introvert Day is celebrated annually on January 2nd to honour and raise awareness about introversion, a personality trait characterised by a preference for introspection, solitude, and quieter environments. The day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the strengths and contributions of introverts while addressing misconceptions about introversion.

World Braille Day  (4^th January)

World Braille Day 2025 will be observed on Saturday, January 4th. This annual event honors Louis Braille, the French educator who invented the Braille system, a tactile writing system used by people who are blind or visually impaired. The date marks his birthday, January 4, 1809.

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (20^th-26^th January)

An annual campaign in the UK aimed at raising awareness about cervical cancer, its prevention, and the importance of regular cervical screenings (smear tests). It typically includes educational activities and initiatives to encourage early detection and improve understanding of the disease.