The OIG Diversity Day and Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work events are back by popular demand—only virtually this time!  Events are scheduled weekdays (except Thursdays) beginning July 14, 2020 through July 31, 2020, from noon to 1:00 p.m. The events will kick off with a “Welcome” address at 11:55 a.m. All OIG employees and their families are invited to participate in this virtual celebration offering interactive presentations, videos, and trivia games that highlight the unique contributions to America’s history and culture by the various ethnic groups within the OIG’s workforce.

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African American Heritage: African American history is observed during the month of February. Also known as Black History Month, the observance grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Americans recognize the culture and contributions of Black Americans through music, dance, food, oral presentations and educational activities.

National Women's History: Women’s History Month is observe during the month of March. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter issued the first presidential proclamation declaring the week of March 8 as National Women’s History Week. Six years later, the National Women’s History Project successfully petitioned Congress to expand the observance to a month. Americans recognize the contributions of women through demonstrations, educational initiatives and other activities.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage: Asian American and Pacific Islander Month is observed during the month of May. In 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed a bill to extend Asian-American Heritage Week to a Month - designating May as the official observance month. Americans recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture and achievements of the United States.

Caribbean American Heritage: National Caribbean American Heritage Month is observed during the month of June. In 2006, President George W. Bush signed a signed a bill designating June as the official observance month. Americans recognize the culture and contributions of Caribbean Americans through music, food, festivals, and educational activities.

LGBTQ Pride: LGBTQ Pride Month is observed during the month of June. June was chosen as LGBTQ Pride Month to commemorate the riots held by members of the LGBTQ community at the Stonewall Inn in New York City on Jun 28, 1969. Americans recognize the history and contributions of the LGBTQ community through parades, community events, public speaking, and street festivals.

Hispanic American Heritage: Hispanic Heritage Month is observed throughout the latter half of September through the first half of October. Hispanic Heritage Week was first observed under President Lyndon Johnson. President Ronald Reagan later extended the observance to its present month-long celebration. Americans recognize the history, culture and contributions of Hispanic Americans through food, festivals, and educational activities.

European American Heritage: European-American Heritage Month is observed during the month of October. Upon crossing America’s shores, European immigrants spread across the North American continent, altering its physical and cultural landscape along the way. Many of those people left homes across Europe—particularly England, Ireland, the German and Russian empires, and Scandinavian countries—to escape famine, political and economic oppression, or in search for greater opportunities in America. Americans recognize the culture and contributions of European Americans through food, festivals, parades, and educational activities.

National Disability Awareness: National Disability Employment Awareness Month is observed during the month of October. In 1945, Congress declared the first week of October “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” In 1962, the word “physically” was dropped to include individuals with all types of disabilities. Congress expanded the observance to a month in 1988 and changed the commemoration to National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Americans recognize the ingenuity that people with disabilities bring to the workplace and reminds employers of the importance of inclusive hiring practices.

Native American Heritage: Native American Heritage Month is observed during the month of November. In 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed a bill declaring November as National American Indian Heritage Month, honoring America’s tribal people. Americans recognize the culture and contributions of Native people through music, crafts, dance, ceremonies and activities.

Holocaust Remembrance: Congress established “Days of Remembrance” as the nation’s annual commemoration of the Holocaust. This 8-day commemoration is observed annually during the months of April and May and was designated by Congress to help citizens remember and draw lessons from the Holocaust.

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2020 Event Schedule: Daily 11:55 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Except Thursdays)

Information on how to join each virtual event will be e-mailed after employees have pre-registered

Cultural trivia games will be available for download July 14, 2020 – July 31, 2020.

Click here for a downloadable .PDF copy of the Event Schedule.