The International Journal of Men's Social and Community Health is, currently, calling for papers for a special issue on men's health across the lifespan.  This will cover a wide range of topics including: the health concerns of younger and teenage males; the interface between age and health literacy issues; mental health and wellbeing; age-related health issues for marginalised men and boys; age and public health concerns for men and boys; sexual and romantic relationships; fatherhood; age and chronic disease experiences; and health issues pertinent to older men.  A wide range of empirical (qualitative, quantitative, and structured reviews) and theoretical / conceptual papers on men’s health will be considered for publication in this special issue.  Find out more at: https://tinyurl.com/wwafuxbn

Each year, See Change rolls out a month-long Green Ribbon Campaign - to get as many people as possible talking about mental health and help to end stigma and discrimination.  By wearing a Green Ribbon (an international symbol for mental health awareness) you show that you are committed to influencing positive change.  You don’t need to be an expert to start talking about mental health or to have all the answers.  Sometimes the most helpful thing you can do is to let someone know you are there for them and simply listen.  Find out about how to get involved at: https://seechange.ie/green-ribbon

Are you a man aged 18 or over who wants to lose weight? ...  If so, the 'Game of Stones' study may be just what you're looking for!  The research team running it (from a broad range of universities) is seeking men living in the Belfast, Glasgow and Bristol areas - who have a BMI of 30+ - to take part in their weight loss study.  Recruitment is already underway.  You can find out more at: https://www.gameofstonesresearch.com

The Irish Cancer Society is seeking to develop and pilot a dedicated two-year integrated survivorship research programme, aimed at better engaging with and supporting men in Ireland post-cancer treatment.  With approximately 13,000 men diagnosed with invasive cancer every year, men in Ireland are more likely to get cancer compared to women, and are 30% more likely to die from their malignancy.  Furthermore, at a recent stakeholder workshop held to examine the unmet needs of men affected by cancer in Ireland, contributors highlighted the glaring issues and disparities facing male cancer survivors, and particularly emphasised the challenge of supporting men to engage with cancer survivorship services to derive an optimal outcome for their illness.  Applications are being sought for an 'Improving Outcomes for Men Impacted by Cancer Award 2021'.  This will provide funding of approximately €300,000 towards a project of a minimum of 24 months’ duration.  Find out more at: https://tinyurl.com/wxn667k4

During September 2021, the Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland's Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Committee is hosting a series of webinars.  These will be facilitated by Dr Jacqui Montgomery Devlin, and are based on her research and briefing papers examining the impact of CSE on boys and young men.  The webinars will focus upon: potential impediments to the recognition of the sexual exploitation of young males under 18 years of age; the influence of paramilitarism in Northern Ireland on the recognition of child sexual exploitation in young males; the association between youth offending and the recognition of child sexual exploitation in young males.  For full details and registration, see: https://www.safeguardingni.org/events

Offaly Local Development Company’s ‘MenPower’ is a free group training programme for adult men who may feel lost, confused, down or lacking direction or focus.  The programme also supports men experiencing employment related issues.  The programme takes place on two mornings per week in Tullamore, Co. Offaly, and in various locations within the county.  It combines a unique mix of mental health, adult guidance and physical activity, and also provides a social space that affords men the opportunity to explore: how to be and stay well; barriers to achieving their goals and desires; and how to plan for their future.  On Wednesdays, the focus of the sessions is mental fitness, while the Thursday sessions focus on taking positive action to move forward and develop a life plan.  The programme adheres to government guidelines regarding COVID-19 protocols.  Graduates of the 12 week programme can become a member of Tearmann na bhFear (Men’s Haven).  This group has its own committee and is supported by a staff member.  They meet on a regular basis and engage in a range of activities such as cookery classes, sports, mindfulness etc.  For more information, visit: www.offalyldc.ie  | email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  | call: 057 9322850 / 087 6028801.

For the month of September, Shine Cork’s exhibit 'Steps of Hope Cork' will be displayed on billboards across the city.  This is a collection of creative works by people who have experienced, or are on their journey to, mental health recovery.  The pieces of art and writing express messages and images of hope about something that many people think is not possible - living well with, and recovery from, severe mental health experiences.  Ireland has one of the highest rates of mental illness in Europe (ranked third out of 36 countries), with an estimated one in four people experiencing a mental health difficulty in their lifetime.  Corkonians, and visitors to the city, are encouraged to walk a 6km route (walking route map available) to view the exhibition.  For more details, visit: https://shine.ie/events/steps-of-hope

You are invited to a World Suicide Prevention Day webinar hosted by the National Suicide Research Foundation.  This will take place on Friday 10th September 2021, from 2.30pm - 4.00pm via Zoom.  Find out more and book a place at: https://tinyurl.com/ps267pbh