June 2022 - Employee Engagement Calendar
May 9, 2022by Emma McILwane in Workplace Wellbeing
Important dates and employee engagement ideas for the month of June.
June is Pride Month!
The month of June is all about Pride. While the traditional rainbow flag is an iconic symbol of this community, various new flags have surfaced over the years to improve awareness! All of these flags are a symbol of diversity, inclusion, and equality across the globe. While there has been immense progress in the acceptance of the LGBTQ2S+ community, much more progress needs to be made. Use this month to find ways to improve inclusion and diversity in the workplace!
Engagement Ideas
- Attend a pride parade in your area!
- Change your zoom background to show your support to the LGBTQ2S+ community! Try these, or find your own.
First Day of Pride - June 1st
Start this month off strong by celebrating the first day of pride! Raise your flags high and show your support to your local LGBTQ2S+ community. Discuss with your co-workers how you can improve diversity and inclusion in your workplace.
Engagement Ideas
- Change your zoom background to one of the many LGBTQ2S+ flags to show your support.
- Explore and share educational resources
National Donut Day - June 3rd
Indulge in your morning or afternoon coffee by pairing it with your favourite donut. Try a new local donut shop in your area with a coworker and support a small business.
Engagement Ideas
- Indulge in a donut with your coffee on your way to work
- Share your favourite donut with your team - who has the most unique pick?
- Encourage people to try a local donut shop in their area and share a picture with the team!
D Day - June 6th
June 6th, 1944, the largest seaborne invasion took place - Normandy Landings; code name Operation Neptune. 150,000 soldiers attacked German forces on the coast of Normandy, France, and claimed victory, making this the turning point in World War II.
Engagement Ideas
- Have a moment of silence at the beginning of your meeting to honour those who fought and lost their lives in the Battle of Normandy.
- Read some quick facts about D-Day that you probably didn't know! Share the most interesting fact you read with your team.
World Ocean Day - June 8th
World Ocean Day is all about raising awareness for the health and sustainability of our oceans. This day was founded in 1992 and from then on out, we have continued to find new ways to improve our oceans and marine life. This years theme, Revitalization: Collective Action for the Ocean calls on all of us to do our part.
Engagement Ideas
- Share your favourite aquatic animal with your team
- Brainstorm ways with your team on how you can help eliminate or reduce the ocean’s pollutants - plan ways to keep your team accountable to their promise.
Men's Health Week - June 13th - June 19th
Men’s health week is focused on advocating for the physical and mental wellbeing of men across the globe. Research and understand the importance of daily physical activity, annual check-ups, and a well-balanced diet for all the men in your life!
Engagement Ideas
- Wear a blue ribbon to show your support of men’s health
- Advocate for the men in your life to book that doctor’s appointment they’ve been putting off or have been scared to schedule!
- Discuss the importance of physical activity for the male population - how can you help to improve the overall health and fitness?
National Picnic Day Day - June 18th
Now that the summer weather is (hopefully) in full force, find some time to have a picnic for lunch! Grab your essential picnic supplies and enjoy some quality, non-work conversation time with a few co-workers! Plan ahead of time and try various foods that everyone brought with them.
Engagement Ideas
- If local, grab a blanket, pack up a lunch and have a lunch hour picnic with a coworker!
- What’s the most important thing to bring to a picnic? What would you include in your perfect picnic basket? Discuss with your team.
- Throw a virtual company picnic!
Juneteenth - June 19th
Originating in Texas, this day celebrates the emancipation of slaves dating back to the 1860’s. The name Juneteenth is a blended word of June and Nineteenth, the day when federal troops arrived in Texas and freed all slaves.
Engagement Ideas
- Support black-owned businesses
- Attend a museum or exhibit that honours and celebrates black history and culture.
- Have your team discuss personal reflections - employee driven engagement is a great way to improve awareness.
National Indigenous Peoples Day - June 21st
Spend today recognizing and celebrating the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Find time to watch ceremonious dances and learn more about their unique heritage.
Engagement Ideas
- Wear an orange shirt
- Attend ceremonies and cultural performances that celebrate the heritage of Indigenous peoples
- Watch PowWows with your team and understand how powerful these dances are to Indigenous cultures.
Social Media Day - June 30th
While social media can get a bad rep, these platforms enable us to communicate and stay up to date with family and friends from around the world; find new friends and communities; network with other people who share similar interests or ambitions; join or promote worthwhile causes and raise awareness on important issues.
Today, take the time to find the positive side of social media, and discover and share aways to be mindful of its use.
Engagement Ideas
- Celebrate the relationships you’ve built through social media - that includes your co-workers over zoom while working from home!
- Post about it on social media!
