We Need to Talk About Men:
Men’s Mental Health workshop
When we think about the relative success of men and women in our society, our minds tend to jump to examples in which men excel. We have only to look at the greater proportion of male CEOs and world leaders to come to the conclusion that being a man in our society gives a person an advantage.
At the same time, inequalities that run in the opposite direction — where men are doing less well than women — don’t seem to attract much attention.
Men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women. Boys underperform in school, and fewer men earn degrees. They face higher risks of addiction, incarceration, and premature death, whether from workplace accidents, war, or violence. In the UK, men’s life expectancy is four years shorter than women’s.
This session shines a light on the challenges many men face and what we can do to address them, both as individuals and in the workplace.
What to expect in this Men’s Mental Health workshop:
- An exploration of how cultural expectations around masculinity contribute to mental health struggles, isolation, and a loss of purpose.
- The realities of being a man in 2025 and the societal pressures men face.
- Practical strategies to improve men’s mental health, both individually and within organisations.
Key Takeaways:
- Confidence to speak up about mental health challenges.
- Reassurance that for men that their struggles are shared, removing shame and stigma.
- Tools to challenge limiting male stereotypes, including the pressure to suppress emotions or avoid seeking help.
Testimonials
"The Men’s Mental Health talk was transformational! There is such good commentary around the office from people who joined too."
Samira, Charlotte Tilbury
"Andy was just brilliant. I was buzzing for the rest of the day"
Alex, Version 1
"Listening to the speaker’s very open recounting of the issues he faced really resonated with me. It’s really nice to see men’s mental health being normalised more, and to see an environment that openly encourages sharing like this."
David, Jagex
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