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The NDF Calendar · 2027 edition
A knowledge project of the Neurodiversity Foundation

A year to notice.
A reason to connect.

Discover the dates, communities and ideas shaping a more inclusive world. Find an observance, meet the people behind it, and choose what matters to you.

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15—21
March 2027

Brain Awareness Week

Seven days for bringing brain science and people into conversation.

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World Braille Day

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Identity, acceptance, community

Neurodiversity & Pride

Celebrate recognition and help more kinds of minds feel welcome.

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02 / 06
Disability rights, usable design, communication

Accessibility by Design

Find observances connected to a world built for more people.

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03 / 06
Schools, science and learning differences

Inclusive Education

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Evidence, research, mental health

Brain Science & Wellbeing

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Justice, dignity and equality

Rights & Solidarity

Learn about campaigns for human dignity and belonging.

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Community, friendships and participation

Make a Difference Together

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When is Neurodiversity Pride Day?

16 June each year. The seven themed days of ND Pride Week were introduced in the official 2026 programme; their 2027 edition has not yet been confirmed by the organisers. See the seven-day reference →

When is Brain Awareness Week 2027?

15–21 March 2027, confirmed by the Dana Foundation. This calendar does not attribute daily themed events to the organiser. See the verified week →

When is the Neurodiversity Foundation's symbolic birthday?

15 February. This is an NDF symbolic milestone, not the legal registration date, and it is not 15 June. Read the entry →

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We check dates and high-impact claims before release. Specialist reviews and corrections can continue after publication unless a specific safety or cultural review is needed first.

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Our editorial commitment

Not every day is an official UN day.
And not every awareness day should be a campaign.

We distinguish UN observances, community campaigns and organisation-specific milestones. Every intended public page needs source/date and proportionate editorial checks plus independent owner release; specialist feedback can follow publication unless a serious unresolved page-specific gate applies.

Information, sources and corrections

This calendar is compiled from publicly available information, including materials from organisers, public institutions and communities. Despite careful research, information may be incomplete, inaccurate or outdated. Dates, names and practices can differ between countries, communities and years. Consult the linked original sources when accuracy matters. If you notice a possible mistake, please contact the Neurodiversity Foundation through its official website so we can investigate and correct substantiated errors. This calendar provides general information, not medical or legal advice.

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