2026 Health & Wellbeing Calendar

January

Achieving Peak Wellbeing

Start 2026 with clarity and purpose.

This 30-minute webinar offers a fresh opportunity to pause, reflect, and reset for the year ahead.

Participants will explore practical ways to balance work, family, finances, physical and psychological health, and social life, while setting meaningful goals for a healthier, more fulfilling year.

Leave inspired and equipped with a clear action plan for lasting balance and wellbeing.

24th: International Day of Education

February

Physical Health for Mental Health

Led by accredited health professionals, Physical Health for Mental Health highlights the vital link between body and mind.

Discover how nutrition, sleep, and exercise impact mental wellbeing, and learn practical strategies to overcome barriers to activity and boost overall health and vitality.

Big Heart Day
4th: World Cancer Day
6th: Waitangi Day
10th: Safer Internet Day
17th: Chinese New Year (Year of the Horse)
20th: World Day of Social Justice

March

Perimenopause and Menopause at Work

Led by accredited health professionals, this session explores how understanding and supporting the transition from perimenopause to menopause can strengthen a mentally healthy workplace.

As this life stage affects many in the workforce, participants will learn how awareness, open conversation, and reduced stigma can foster a more inclusive and supportive environment.

1st: Zero Discrimination Day
8th: International Women’s Day
13th: World Sleep Day
17-23rd: Neurodiversity Celebration Week
20th: International Day of Happiness
30th: World Bipolar Day

April

Unconscious Bias, Diversity and Inclusion

This session explores how unconscious bias influences our perceptions and decisions at work, shaping diversity and inclusion.

Participants will learn practical strategies to recognise and reduce bias, helping to create a more inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace.

Stress Awareness Month
2nd: World Autism Awareness Day
7th: World Health Day
20-26th: Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa (Conservation Week)
22nd: Earth Day
23rd: World infant, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Day
23-29th: World Immunisation week
28th: World Day for Safety and Health at Work

May

Improve your Financial Wellbeing

Financial wellbeing is a key component of mental health, yet it is often overlooked.

This session helps participants understand the elements of financial wellbeing and the behaviours that influence it. They will learn to recognise financial stress, its impact on health, and practical strategies to regain control.

15th: International Day of Families
17th: International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
17th: Pink Shirt Day
21st: World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
24: World Schizophrenia Awareness Day

June

Men's Health

Led by accredited health professionals, this session focuses on the physical and mental health challenges that are unique to men. Participants will explore practical strategies to improve wellbeing, build healthy habits, and manage everyday health risks.

The session empowers men with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take proactive steps toward a healthier, more balanced life

1st: Global Day of Parents
5th: World Environment Day
15-21st: Men's Health Week
24-30th: World Wellbeing Week

July

Neurodiversity at Work

This session helps colleagues and managers better understand neurodiversity, challenge misconceptions, and support neurodivergent team members.

Organisations that embrace and include neurodiverse talent benefit from fresh perspectives, innovative problem-solving, and a stronger, more inclusive workplace culture.

10th: Matariki: Māori New Year
24th: International Self-Care Day
30th: International Day of Friendship

August

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership

This 30-minute webinar helps leaders develop self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathetic communication skills.

Participants learn to model emotionally intelligent behaviours, fostering a positive, resilient, and mentally healthy workplace culture.

9th: International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
10-16th: Te Wiki Hauora Wāhine (Women's Health Week)
12th: International Youth Day
19th: World Humanitarian Day
21st: Te Rā Daffodil (Daffodil Day)
28th: Wear it Purple Day

September

Foundational Mental Health Awareness

This workshop raises awareness of mental health in the workplace, tackling stigma and myths while exploring stress, anxiety, and depression.

Participants gain practical knowledge and confidence to support a mentally healthy and inclusive workplace.

1st: Random Acts of Kindness Dar
10th: World Suicide Prevention Day
10th: R U OK? Day
14-21st: Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
21st: International Day of Peace
23-29th: Mental Health Awareness Week

October

Supporting Working Parents

Balancing work and family responsibilities can present unique challenges for employees and organisations alike.

This session explores the experiences of working parents, offering practical strategies to support flexibility, wellbeing, and career growth.

Participants will gain insights into creating an inclusive workplace culture that recognises and values the needs of working parents, helping to improve engagement, retention, and overall team performance.

Mental Health Awareness Month
10th: World Mental Health Day
10th: World Homeless Day

November

Stress, Burnout and Fatigue

Registration details will be shared shortly

Thriving, mentally healthy workplaces rely on leaders who can recognise and address stress before it escalates into burnout.

This session equips leaders with practical strategies to identify and manage workplace stress, promote self-care, and support their teams’ wellbeing.

Participants will gain insights into preventing cumulative physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion, fostering a resilient and sustainable workplace culture.

Movember – Men's Physical & Mental Health
19th International Men's Day
25th: White Ribbon Day

December

Managing your Health Through the Festive Season