What Is International Cleaning Week?

Taking place March 24-30, 2024, International Cleaning Week is hosted by ISSA and is a weeklong global celebration to honor frontline cleaning professionals and advocates for the industry. For the past four consecutive years, ISSA has hosted National Cleaning Week at the end of March. Based on the event’s success in the United States, ISSA is now expanding the week’s reach — focusing on the industry’s positive impact on the global economy as well as the value of clean as it relates to improving worldwide public health. Visit https://about.issa.com/international-cleaning-week/.

Explore Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) Benefits During International Cleaning Week

With the International Cleaning Week scheduled for March 24-30, 2024, now is a good time to explore benefits provided by the Cleaning Management Institute (CMI), the education division of ISSA. Since its founding, CMI’s third-party training has certified more than 300,000 individuals worldwide and furthered the education and development of cleaning and maintenance professionals, managers, supervisors, and executives. Visit cmi.issa.com.

International Cleaning Week Is A Great Time To Focus On Industry Advocacy

International Cleaning Week, set for March 24-30, 2024, is a perfect time to learn more about advocacy taking place in support of the cleaning industry. That includes the ISSA Clean Advocacy Summit, scheduled this year for April 10-11, in Washington, D.C. On day one of this premier advocacy event, 100-plus industry leaders from across the supply chain will receive the inside scoop on the top public-policy issues facing their businesses and the industry. They also will receive expert training on how to be an effective Advocate for Clean, get an insider perspective on the 2024 elections, and network with leaders from across the industry. On day two, participants will apply their new knowledge and skills by heading to Capitol Hill to meet face-to-face with their congressional delegation to advance the industry. Visit about.issa.com/clean-advocacy-summit/.

International Cleaning Week Offers Something For Everyone

Participating companies can take advantage of International Cleaning Week (March 24-30, 2024) in a variety of ways:

  • Marketing — Use this week to increase sales. Run special promotions to generate interest in services and/or products while also helping to raise awareness for the importance of clean and the cleaning industry. ISSA has available an International Cleaning Week Partner Toolkit, which includes template graphics, social media posts, and e-newsletter language;

  • Education — During International Cleaning Week, ISSA will offer membership and educational resource discounts as well as exclusive learning opportunities; and,

  • Philanthropy — International Cleaning Week is the perfect time for individuals to donate and for organizations to become corporate partners of Cleaning for a Reason, an ISSA Charities™ signature program that provides clean homes for cancer patients. For more information about International Cleaning Week and to download the partnership toolkit to promote the event, visit issa.com/icw.

Learn About Global Biorisks During International Cleaning Week

International Cleaning Week, scheduled for March 24-30, 2024, has expanded across the globe. The event represents a unique opportunity to promote the value of clean, raise public awareness, honor fellow cleaning industry professionals, and promote your business. It also allows professionals to learn more about courses provided by the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a division of ISSA. The objective of these courses is to learn how to prepare for, respond to, and recover from biological threats in the workplace. Visit gbac.issa.com.