July 30

National Whistleblower Day

Honor National Whistleblower Day and recognize those who bravely speak out against injustice - their courage inspires us all!

Yearly Date
July 30
Type
Day

Introduction

Celebrate National Whistleblower Day on July 30th and recognize the brave individuals who risk their careers and reputations to expose injustice. This important day was first established in the US in 1998 as a way to honor whistleblowers, who often face doubts and criticism for speaking up. The traditional mission of these truth tellers is to shed light on corruption, fraud, and other unethical behavior that would otherwise go unnoticed. On this day, let us celebrate their bravery and courage by recognizing their invaluable contributions to society!

National Whistleblower Day Timeline

1778
First Whistleblower Protection Law
The first whistleblower protection law is enacted by the US Continental Congress, protecting government employees who report misconduct.
1912
Federal Employees Protection
The Lloyd-La Follette Act establishes the right of federal employees to furnish information to the US Congress, further strengthening whistleblower rights.
1970
Environmental Whistleblower Statute
The US Federal Clean Air Act includes provisions protecting employees from retaliation for reporting violations of air quality laws.
1986
False Claims Act Amendments
The United States strengthens its principal whistleblower law, the False Claims Act, including additional provisions for anti-retaliation protections.
2002
Sarbanes-Oxley Act
In response to corporate scandals, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act is passed in the US to protect employees of publicly traded companies who report financial abuses.
2012
Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act
The Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act is signed into law, improving protections for federal employees who disclose evidence of waste, fraud, or abuse.

How to Celebrate National Whistleblower Day

1

Read about whistleblowers

Read about some of the most famous whistleblowers in history and learn about the brave individuals who have exposed corruption, wrong-doing and injustice.

2

Write a letter of support

Write a letter of support to a whistleblower organization or an individual whistleblower. Let them know that their efforts are appreciated and valued.

3

Volunteer your time

Volunteer your time to a whistleblower organization or an individual whistleblower in need of support. Offer services such as legal advice, research, or website design.

4

Organize an event

Organize an event in your community to raise awareness about whistleblowing and the importance of speaking up when faced with injustice.

5

Share the message

Share the message of whistleblowing on social media using the hashtag #NationalWhistleblowerDay and encourage others to take a stand against corruption.

Why National Whistleblower Day is Important

A

Protects whistle-blowers from retaliation

Whistleblower protections allow individuals to come forward and make disclosures about wrongdoings without fear of retribution. This type of protection is especially important for those working in sensitive fields like government, law enforcement, and the military.

B

Encourages corporate accountability

Whistleblower protections encourage people to speak up when they witness unethical or illegal behaviors at their workplace. By doing so, they can help prevent violations and hold corporations accountable for their actions.

C

Helps expose fraud & corruption

From consumer protection to government programs, whistleblowers are often the first line of defense against waste, fraud, and corruption. By coming forward with evidence of wrongdoing, they can help protect the public interest and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.

National Whistleblower Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jul 29
Saturday
2024
Jul 29
Monday
2025
Jul 29
Tuesday
2026
Jul 29
Wednesday
2027
Jul 29
Thursday