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Make National Decency Day special this year - express kindness, show respect and be compassionate to all those around you!
On May 14, let's all come together to celebrate National Decency Day! This day was first established in the early 2000s with the goal of promoting civility, respect, and kindness in everyday life. The idea behind this special day is to remind us all that no matter who we are or where we come from, we can all be good citizens and treat each other with dignity. So take some time on May 14 to show your appreciation for those around you, spread positivity and make a difference in your community.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Early 2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Decency Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Decency Day was first established in the early 2000s with the intention to encourage mutual respect and kindness in everyday life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increasing Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>Efforts to increase public awareness about this day started gaining momentum with more local communities and organizations taking notice.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Engagement in Schools</div><div class='timeline-text'>Many schools across the country began incorporating National Decency Day activities into their curriculum, encouraging younger generations to promote a culture of respect and civility.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Social Media Adoption</div><div class='timeline-text'>The use of social media to preach and practice decency became a popular trend, giving the holiday more visibility online.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Throughout the years, recognition and celebration of National Decency Day reached beyond U.S. borders, making it an international day to advocate for respect and kindness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Amplified echos in Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid the global pandemic, themes of mutual care and decency were amplified, further emphasizing the significance of the value behind National Decency Day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a letter to a local newspaper or other public forum expressing your opinion on what decency means to you. It could be a personal story, or an opinion you hold on a certain issue.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer for a cause</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Volunteer with a local charity or organization that works to promote decency in the community. Showing up and helping out is an excellent way to express your commitment to decency.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Decency Day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a Decency Day in your community. Work with local partners to put together an event that celebrates decency and promotes its importance in society.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a cause</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find an organization that works to uphold decency and make a donation in honor of National Decency Day. Even a small donation can make a big difference.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread the word</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share your thoughts and beliefs on decency with friends, family, and colleagues. Start conversations about what decency means to different people and how we can all strive for it.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages respect</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Decency Day encourages people to show respect to their peers. By setting aside time to focus on being decent and courteous to one another, citizens can create a more tolerant and harmonious society. This helps promote understanding and kindness between all individuals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Creates a positive atmosphere</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Respecting others creates a positive atmosphere that is conducive to productivity and progress. With an increase in tolerance, communities become more open and accepting of diverse cultures, religions and lifestyles which can lead to increased collaboration and creativity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Demonstrates civility</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By observing National Decency Day, people demonstrate the values of civility, common courtesy and modesty. Encouraging these qualities helps build strong relationships based on mutual understanding, trust and compassion. This can help spread peace, justice, and harmony throughout our nation.</p></div></div>
National Decency Day is celebrated on May 14th every year. In 2024 National Decency Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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