Awareness days/weeks Archives

The earth as mother

In many ways, mothers teach us our first lessons about stewardship. This Mother’s Day offers an opportunity to reflect on how we extend that same care beyond our families and into the wider world.

Creating space for safety this International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (8 March) is an opportunity to reflect on the realities women face, and the responsibility we share to remove the barriers that prevent safety, recovery and long-term wellbeing.

World Day of Social Justice – injustice isn’t accidental

World Day of Social Justice isn’t about slogans or good intentions. It’s about facing an uncomfortable truth - the systems we live within do not work equally for everyone, and pretending otherwise costs people their dignity, safety and hope.

World Gratitude Day – why saying thanks isn’t just polite, it’s essential

With World Gratitude Day coming up on 21st September, it’s a good moment to think about the little acts of kindness we give and receive every day. Often, it’s those small moments - the quick thank you, the nod of appreciation - that leave the biggest mark.

Dementia Awareness Month – your brain matters

For most of us, these are harmless lapses. But for nearly 500,000 Australians living with dementia, memory loss is much more than a moment - it’s a daily challenge that changes lives.

Foster Care Week – a call to open hearts & homes

Foster Care Week is a time to celebrate the unwavering commitment of foster carers - individuals and families who provide safety, stability, and compassion to children in crisis.

Boonah’s first Father’s Day stall – art that makes a difference

This Father’s Day, give a gift with meaning by supporting Boonah Creative Arts Centre’s inaugural Father’s Day stall. From Thursday...

NAIDOC Week and the next generation

CatholicCare is proud to celebrate NAIDOC Week y amplifying the voices, stories, and aspirations of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people. This year’s celebrations are all about empowering the next generation of leaders - our young people who carry culture forward with pride, resilience and hope.

Supporting men’s health – a call to care, connect and check in

Each year in June, Men’s Health Week gives us a vital opportunity to turn the spotlight onto the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of men in our communities. At CatholicCare, we see this week not only as a chance to raise awareness - but also as a call to action.

Susan gives back to others with dementia

“I thought there was a chance I may get Alzheimer’s one day, but what I didn’t expect was to receive a diagnosis in my 50s. It was a surreal feeling because I felt fine, and I still do. But that’s the thing with Alzheimer’s. You think you’re fine, but the rest of the world knows you’re not.”