Brian Holland Legacy Day is observed on November 9 every year and honors the life and impact of a truly remarkable man. Holland was a strong community leader, a beyond professional industry man, a real confidant, and a master of guidance and positivity, known because of his never-ending love, solid mentoring abilities, easiness in teaching, and far-reaching kindness. He was the cornerstone of a tight community that has set to keep moving forward, honoring his work. Holland’s legacy inspires us all every day to be better versions of ourselves and to never forget to laugh.
International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is observed on November 6 each year. Humanity undeniably always suffers from war. People are killed and injured. Cities are burned to the ground. But what about the environment? Rivers, seas, and wells are polluted. Crops are burned and forests are cut down. Soils are poisoned. The natural world around us, including other living species, weather, climate, and natural resources, affects us and is affected by us.
Therefore, this day was created to protect the environment as a guarantor of security and peace; to prevent its exploitation in military conflicts. We are all urged to speak out and reaffirm our commitment to protecting our endangered planet, even in the face of armed aggression.
Loud Shirt Day
Loud Shirt Day is celebrated in New Zealand on October 17. It is an unofficial holiday dedicated to raising awareness across New Zealand about children with hearing disabilities and impairment. There are only two major charities in New Zealand that have taken on the responsibility of managing children who are deaf or hard of hearing: “The Hearing House” and “Southern Cochlear Implant Programme.” Loud Shirt Day, in New Zealand, is the annual fundraising event from which these charities are raising the much-needed funds to continue to contribute to the management and rehabilitation of children who are deaf.