{jcomments off}In May 2014, the Movember Foundation commissioned the Centre for Men’s Health within Leeds Beckett University, in collaboration with the Men’s Health Forum England & Wales, to gather current research evidence and practical knowledge about the core elements that enable successful work with men and boys on mental health promotion, early intervention and stigma reduction.  This process involved several stages of evidence gathering including: a literature review; a scoping of existing UK based projects; the establishment of an international ‘investigative network’ of experts; an in-depth examination of fifteen UK and Ireland based projects; an expert symposium.  This information was then analysed to provide a view of what works, for which boys and men, in what contexts, and why.  The Men's Health Forum in Ireland (MHFI) was pleased to contribute to this research process, and invites you to view the final report, titled 'Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing with Men and Boys: What Works?', at: www.mhfi.org/PromotingMentalHealth.pdf

{jcomments off}Armagh Men’s Shed is delighted to have reached the finals of The National Lottery Awards 2015.  The Shed is competing against six other projects for the title of 'Best Health Project' because of the positive impact that the programme has had on men's health and wellbeing.    The winner is chosen by public vote, and Armagh Men's Shed would be very grateful for any support you can provide.  This could include, for example, posting the link to their voting page on your website and social media; circulating details throughout your networks; encouraging people to vote for them; casting a vote yourself at: www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/awards/voting/11281/-xOXsjIshG0u32f16fk3FcrRpINAm2qWzuVRDHYbdL4?destination=node/162  Every vote counts!

{jcomments off}'Connecting for Life' - Ireland’s national strategy to reduce suicide 2015-2020 - was launched on Wednesday 24th June 2015.  The development of the strategy was a collaborative and inclusive process.  Some of the most important contributions to the development of ‘Connecting for Life’ came from the public consultation process.  272 submissions were received from individuals and organisations; including members of the public, service users and their families, professional bodies and community of interest organisations.  The strategy can be downloaded at: http://health.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Connecting-for-Life_LR.pdf

{jcomments off}Have a look at: www.mhfi.org/mhw2015events.pdf to see if there are any events for Men’s Health Week taking place near you.  However, this is just a list of the things that we have been told about - so, if you know about other things, let us know the details as soon as possible (by visiting: www.mhfi.org/mhw/promote-an-event.html)  This list is added to daily, so check it out regularly.

{jcomments off}The findings from an independent review on the impact of Ireland’s National Men’s Health Policy 2008-2013 (commissioned by the Department of Health / Health Services Executive) were launched in Dublin on Wednesday 15th April 2015.  This launch took place during the Men's Health Symposium held in Dr Steeven's Hospital.  Copies of the full report can be downloaded from: www.mhfi.org/policyreview2015.pdf

{jcomments off}Throughout June 2015, Action Cancer will be offering free MOT heath checks to males aged 16 years and older in their Belfast office.  These tests include cholesterol and glucose testing, blood pressure, lung function, body composition analysis, and facial skin analysis.  Action Cancer will also provide advice on diet, nutrition and cancer awareness.  To book an appointment, call Action Cancer on Tel: 02890 803344 or visit www.actioncancer.org to book online.

{jcomments off}On Monday 8th June 2015, ReachOut.com is launching a new publication titled: ‘Technology, Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Ireland - a Good Practice Guide’.  This was commissioned by the Health Service Executive’s National Office for Suicide Prevention (NOSP).  For more information contact: Derek Chambers at Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

{jcomments off}The ARK Ageing Programme invites you to a seminar titled: 'Is Northern Ireland a Good Place to be Old?'  This event (in Queen’s University Belfast, on Wednesday 17th June 2015, from 10.30am - Noon) marks the launch of the results of the 2014 Northern Ireland Life & Times Survey, and will focus on attitudes to ageing and ageism.  During the seminar, Paula Devine and Gemma Carney (ARK Ageing Programme) will discuss key findings from the 2014 Life & Times survey.  Claire Keatinge (Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland) will highlight the importance of research in helping policy makers make Northern Ireland a better place for older people.  For more information, contact Caroline at Tel: 02890 973222  |  Email:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit: www.ark.ac.uk/ageing