Would you like to explore the key issues that impact men and their mental wellbeing, and understand how to effectively engage with men? If so, you might be interested in the free 'MANifest: Connecting Men With Mind Fitness' workshops in Northern Ireland:

Have you seen the article in 'Health Promotion International' focusing upon suicide literacy, suicide stigma, and help-seeking attitudes among men in a university setting in Ireland? ... If not, check it out at:

Do you have mild-moderate depression or anxiety and want to live life to the full? If so, you may be interested in this free programme by AWARE NI ...

The Southern Area Men's Health Steering Group invites you to save the date for their annual free Men’s Health Seminar being held on 13th March 2025, in Lough Neagh Discovery Centre at Oxford Island, Co. Armagh. To register or find out more, email: donna@youthaction.org

Maynooth University is conducting a research project, and is looking for victims of a range of different types of crime in the Republic of Ireland to share their experiences of interacting with criminal justice professionals and processes. See more at:

South East Technological University invites you to apply for the post of Postdoctoral Researcher in Physical Activity and Men's Health - focusing upon scaling a community-based football initiative to 60 sites across Ireland and beyond. Find out more at:

The Irish Cancer Prevention Network will be hosting a live webinar for World Cancer Day. This will take place on Tuesday 4th February 2025, from Noon until 1:15pm. Register for a place at

Are you male, aged 24+, unemployed or economically inactive and looking to build your skills? If so, you might be interested in a free 12 week programme starting in January 2025 in Newcastle, Co. Down. Contact Maria.Flanagan@setrust.hscni.net or brien.frazer@setrust.hscni.net

'Sheds for Life' is a ten week community-based health promotion programme, which aims to support the physical, mental and social wellbeing of Irish Men’s Sheds members. Kick-start 2025 by watching a video on this initiative at:

The first 2025 episode of the HSE's 'Talking Health and Wellbeing' podcast focuses upon strategies for a healthy New Year. Listen to this episode on podbean at:

Step into a healthier 2025 by participating in the Omagh Healthy Living Smoking Cessation course. Find out more at:

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone in the Men's Health Forum in Ireland! We also know that the holidays can often be a stressful and worrying time for many people. Please remember that there is help and support available over this period:

Have you seen the British Fertility Society's short evidenced-based animations on male testicular health and fertility? ... These target young men aged 14-24 years, and you can check them out at:

There is evidence that small, everyday, caring conversations can interrupt overwhelming negative thoughts, and make a meaningful difference for people who feel suicidal. To find out more see:

Did you miss out on getting hard copies of the ‘Action Man’ Manual - - this year? If so, HSE Health and Wellbeing has just funded a reprint of this booklet for RoI. Visit - create an account - place an order for up to 50 copies.

Every year, an all-island group comes together to plan Men's Health Week (MHW) - - in Ireland. The Planning Group for MHW 2025 will be holding their first meeting soon and you are invited to be part of this process. See how at:

Good luck to everyone who is organising an event to mark #InternationalMensDay today! #HealthyIrelandMen

Today is #InternationalMensDay - a time for everyone to celebrate the positive contributions that men and boys make to their communities, society and the world Watch the short video clip below to find out what it's all about ...

Ireland was the first country in the world to have a National Men's Health Policy. This was succeeded by the #HealthyIrelandMen Action Plan 2017-2021. A new Plan for 2024-2028 was launched today. This short video clip highlights some of the key achievements of these plans ...

Today sees the launch of the new 'Healthy Ireland - Men Action Plan 2024-2028' in the Republic of Ireland. Check it out at: