Stress Awareness Month

Stress Awareness Month runs throughout April 2026, a month dedicated to recognising the causes and effects of stress and sharing practical ways to manage it.

When is Stress Awareness Month?

Stress Awareness Month falls in April (1-30). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why Stress Awareness Month matters

Stress affects nearly everyone at some point and, left unchecked, can harm both mental and physical health. Talking about it openly helps people feel less alone and more able to seek support. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in Stress Awareness Month

There are three simple ways to make Stress Awareness Month count:

• Volunteer — support a mental health or wellbeing charity as a befriender, group helper or listening volunteer. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — organise a sponsored wellbeing challenge to raise funds for mental health services.
• Raise awareness — start conversations about stress at work or in your community and share where people can find help.

Stress Awareness Month volunteering opportunities

Mark Stress Awareness Month by doing something real. Find volunteering opportunities and start today.

Get involved with Stress Awareness Month

Browse live opportunities, log your hours, and earn verified badges you can add to your CV and LinkedIn. Find volunteering roles or see more awareness days.