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Did you know that there are over 25 million first responders in the US alone?
First responders are the first to respond to emergencies. The scene of critical incidents often involves exposure to frightening events and stressful experiences, which can cause mental health problems that frequently go undiagnosed…
So, today, I would like to share an event with you that raises awareness of the struggles faced by first responders and honors the work they do!
Here are the impactful insights that I have for you today:
- Honoring those who help us ❤️🩹
- The cosmetic packaging that is made entirely from renewable sources 🧴
- Help to back a story that empowers readers and gives back 📖
- Discussion of the week: community sharing options 💬
- And more… 💚
❤️🩹 Event of the Week: National First Responders Day
👉 Did you know that tomorrow (October 28) is National First Responders Day? This annual event pays tribute to the endless hours of around-the-clock service first responders provide to their communities.
1️⃣ The big picture: National First Responders Day was founded in 2017 by the US Congress to honor the country’s first responders and pay tribute to the ones who lost their lives in the line of duty. In 2022, Joe Biden issued a White House Proclamation naming October 28 as National First Responders Day. Today, this event is a time to give gratitude and attention to one of America’s most dangerous careers while raising awareness of the high rates of mental and emotional burdens it can bring.
2️⃣ Why is this important: There are over 25 million first responders in the US alone, with 3 million working in law enforcement, fire services, and emergency medical personnel. Sadly, depression and PTSD are five times more common in first responders than in the general population, with 85% of them reporting symptoms related to mental health conditions. In addition, firefighters and police officers are more likely to die by suicide while on duty – in law enforcement, it is estimated that around 125 to 300 police officers commit suicide every year.
3️⃣ How can you get involved: You can get involved in National First Responders Day by showing your gratitude for local first responders. For example, you can write personalized “Thank You” cards or bake some cookies for them. In addition, you can help finance equipment and resources, volunteer for your local emergency services, or take a CPR course to better understand these heroes’ jobs while learning a new skill that can be life-saving. Don’t forget to share your acts on social media using the #NationalFirstRespondersDay hashtag.
Below are our favorite charities that are especially relevant for this awareness event:
- 9 Best Charities for First Responders
- 9 Best Charities That Support Firefighters
- 9 Best Charities That Support Police Officers
If you are looking for additional inspiration, you can find a wide range of charitable causes to support in our charity support blog.
📢 Three Good News
🧴 Compostable cosmetic packaging offers a plastic-free future:
- Scientists at the University of Coimbra have created compostable cosmetic packaging made entirely from renewable sources.
- Unlike fossil fuel plastics, this packaging is designed to perform just as well while breaking down safely in the environment.
- The research is part of two larger projects: NABIA and Packaging of the Future, designed to create packaging that is sustainable, innovative, and competitive, all while promoting a circular economy.
🐢 Green turtle rebounds, moving from ‘endangered’ to ‘least concern’:
- The green turtle (Chelonia mydas), found across the world’s oceans, is recovering after decades of decline, according to the latest IUCN Red List assessment. The species has been reclassified from endangered to least concern.
- Historically, humans hunted green turtles for their meat and eggs. Even after hunting declined, the species continued to suffer: from entanglement in fishing nets, degradation of nesting beaches, pollution, diseases, and climate change.
- The global population has increased by roughly 28% since the 1970s, following decades of conservation efforts.
📖 Fantasy meets purpose: a story that empowers readers and gives back:
- Our very own Carla Shaik, part of Impactful Ninja’s research and editorial team since 2021, launches her self-published debut novel: ‘The Heart of a Siren’
- This young adult fantasy follows a Siren girl who must confront her family’s past and the power within her after being drawn into a goddess’s wrathful mission. Beyond its captivating story, the book explores powerful themes including coming-of-age, resilience, and female empowerment.
- You can support this project via Kickstarter, with reward options that include donating a copy to International Book Aid, helping share the gift of reading with communities in need.
💬 Discussion of the Week: Community Sharing Options
Welcome to our new section, where we spark meaningful discussions about everyday topics that can create a real positive impact in our lives!
This week’s discussion topic: What’s a small transport shift that made your life better?
- Tool libraries, buy-nothing groups, time banks—what’s worked?
- How did it affect your costs, clutter, or connections?
- What would help these models grow where you are?
Sharing more can mean buying less and belonging more!
For our founding community members, keep the conversation going in our forum here.
Want to join our community when we reopen? Just reply to this email—I’d love to personally add you to our waitlist so you’ll be the first to know all about it 💚
🤝 Three More Important Awareness Events
🎞️ October 27, World Day for Audiovisual Heritage:
- World Day for Audiovisual Heritage promotes the importance of the preservation of audiovisual materials, including films and documentation.
- These sources are essential to the historical record, and this day makes sure people prioritize their preservation.
💓 October 29, World Stroke Day:
- World Stroke Day raises awareness and funds for heart and stroke research.
- This highlights the importance of new research and preventative education.
🧠 October 25-November 1, International Brain Tumor Awareness Week:
- The International Brain Tumor Awareness Week raises awareness for the number of people living with brain cancer or non-malignant brain tumors and raises funds for research.
- It is typically celebrated by the campaign #hatsForHope, where people post photos on social media wearing hats to raise awareness.
Related: You can discover all the 124 most important awareness events (for the month, days, weeks) in our awareness calendar for October 2025!
📜 These Days in History
🚣 October 27, 1795: Pinckney’s Treaty, an agreement between the United States and Spain, was signed, giving the United States navigation rights on the Mississippi River.
☮️ October 27, 1978: The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded jointly to Menachem Begin of Israel and Anwar Sadat of Egypt.
✍️ October 27, 1936: Poet and playwright Dylan Thomas was born in Swansea, Wales. His notable works included Under Milk Wood, The World I Breathe, and Portrait of the Artist as a Young Dog.
💭 Quote of the Day
“Do not go gentle into that good night but rage, rage against the dying of the light.”
― Dylan Thomas; Welsh poet
Share the news with your friends to make a bigger positive impact on the world and society together!
Stay impactful 💚
