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The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

Join us for Spring 2026 Accessibility Work Sessions! Hosted by the President's Council on Transforming Lives and supported by the Academic Services Unit.聽

Bring your laptop and digital materials that you need to make accessible! We will have support on hand to assist with formatting and remediating materials to meet accessibility guidelines.聽

Join us from 9:00 am to noon for the work sessions and stay for lunch provided by the President's Council on Transforming Lives.

Schedule:

• 8:30-9:00: Welcome - Coffee and tea will be available
• Hands on work on your documents
• 12:00 Lunch

Locations:

• Bangor - Belfast 100
• Augusta - Katz Room 5
• Zoom (Link sent upon registration. )

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

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• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

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• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

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• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

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The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

Join us for Spring 2026 Accessibility Work Sessions! Hosted by the President's Council on Transforming Lives and supported by the Academic Services Unit.聽

Bring your laptop and digital materials that you need to make accessible! We will have support on hand to assist with formatting and remediating materials to meet accessibility guidelines.聽

Join us from 9:00 am to noon for the work sessions and stay for lunch provided by the President's Council on Transforming Lives.

Schedule:

• 8:30-9:00: Welcome - Coffee and tea will be available
• Hands on work on your documents
• 12:00 Lunch

Locations:

• Bangor - Belfast 100
• Augusta - Katz Room 5
• Zoom (Link sent upon registration. )

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

The National Arab American Heritage Month was launched in 2017 by Arab America and the Arab American Foundation to commemorate the history of Arab migration to the U.S., foster greater understanding of the Arab world, highlight the ethnic, religious, linguistic, and cultural diversity among the Arab American community, address the issues affecting Arab Americans, and underscore their achievements.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 础颁尝鲍'蝉听聽for Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Smithsonian Institution) - Explore items from Dr. Alixa Naff's collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon as well as others related to Arab American history and culture from across the Smithsonian.
• 聽(Arab American Institute, 2023)
• 聽(The University of Maine Fogler Library)
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by聽
• Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month聽聽that celebrate the diversity and history of Arab American communities (PBS)
• 聽(Arab American Civic Council)
• Governor Janet Mills'聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month in Maine
• Learn about the history of Arab American Heritage Month on聽
• Lewiston Mayor Carl. L. Sheline's聽officially recognizing April 2023 as Arab American Heritage Month
• 聽(Arab America Foundation, 2026)
• The Portland-based聽聽hosts events and programs聽to bridge the culture gap for a healthier, better-integrated community and support new Arab immigrants integrate and positively contribute to our new society.
• 搁别补诲听
• South Portland School District's聽聽of Arab American history and history
• 聽(Arab America)
• 聽(Portland Press Herald, 2021)
• Visit the聽
• 聽-聽Amer Zahr, a Palestinian-American comedian, musician, & writer, talks about the importance of Arab Americans being counted on the U.S. Census (2018).

In April 2015, a group of Dalit Women launched the Dalit History Month project, inspired by Black History Month. It is an annual observance in India as a way of commemorating important people and events in the history of the Dalits, otherwise known as Untouchables. Dalits are face severe discrimination based on their caste, even though such discrimination is illegal in India. Followers of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Ambedkarites, celebrate it all around the world. Dr. Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, Buddhism revivalist, and Minister of Justice in India who fought for the equal rights of Dalits.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• Explore the聽Dalit History Month Reading List from Michigan State University

The National Sexual Assault Awareness Month is observed every April to create awareness regarding the prevalence and prevention of sexual assault.聽

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽(National Sexual Violence Research Center)
• Governor Janet Mills' 聽officially recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Maine
• State of Maine Joint Resolution聽recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month [PDF]

Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild their lives after imprisonment and the opportunities that can help them succeed.

Across the United States, nearly 2 million people are incarcerated in state and federal prisons, and an estimated 5 million formerly incarcerated individuals are working to rebuild their lives in their communities. Many encounter barriers to housing, employment, mental health care and substance use support while also navigating the lasting stigma and trauma of having done time. These challenges contribute to high rates of recidivism within the first few years after release.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources

• 聽by the Prison Fellowship
• Listen to 聽with the National Reentry Resource Center
• , collected by the Prison Fellowship.聽

April is Autism Awareness Month, an international event established to increase understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism. Autism Awareness Month was founded in April 1970 by Bernard Rimland, Ph.D., a psychologist and autism researcher. He chose the month of April to coincide with his son's birthday, as well as the start of spring鈥攁 time for new beginnings.聽In April 1988, President Ronald Reagan issued the first presidential proclamation declaring April as National Autism Awareness Month. This was significant progress and began a new era of awareness, which opened opportunities for people with autism to live fuller and more productive lives.

Local Events

• We aren鈥檛 aware of local events yet 鈥� if your organization is planning one, we鈥檇 love to include it on our calendar! Submit your event information here:聽

Learning Resources