International Men’s Day November 19

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Men of the moment: Ahead of International Men’s Day, nine famous faces give their take on what being a man means in 2021

https://www.independent.ie/life/men-of-the-moment-ahead-of-international-mens-day-nine-famous-faces-give-their-take-on-what-being-a-man-means-in-2021-41034705.html

Its never taken seriously this day, scorn to outright hostility is often the response.

The day should be important though, to highlight issues men and boys face. Such as male specific cancers, underperformance of boys at school, mental health, unfair divorce outcomes, access to their children, jobs and promotions where straight white men need not apply.

But we are just not there yet, still far too much feminism left to do apparently. More diversity needed. Hilariously diversity in this country often means more women. Look at the farce that is 2FM these days. Its a wall to wall line up of white Irish women.

.....That's my little disjointed rant in before the thread is locked and deleted.

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https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UQRVRDTHTB2I7ej0IOb1YA

Topic

'Turning It Around'

Description

You are invited to register for a place on 'Turning It Around' - a webinar to celebrate International Men's Day 2021 (which is held annually on the 19th of November).

This event has been organised by a consortium of organisations from across Northern Ireland, and will feature inputs from ex-professional soccer player Paul Ferris, and former Co. Armagh GAA star Oisin McConville.

Paul Ferris

Paul was a teenage prodigy, becoming Newcastle United's youngest-ever player in 1982 - only for injury to ensure his promise went unfulfilled. He later returned to the club as a physiotherapist, before earning a Master's degree and beginning a successful quest to qualify as a barrister. But the lure of football was always strong, and he went back for a third spell at Newcastle, as Head of the Medical Department - again working closely with a host of big-name players and managers. Paul also became a successful novelist and now runs a health and fitness business. His books focus heavily on the life-changing challenges he has experienced in his life, and he writes openly and honestly about the hurdles he has faced and how he has fought to overcome them.

Oisin McConville

Oisin was a winner of six All-Ireland Senior Club Championships with his club, Crossmaglen Rangers, as well as the sport’s top prize - the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship - with his county team, Armagh. Despite enjoying a glittering career, Oisin developed a gambling addiction which nearly cost him his life. Hitting rock bottom, he spent 13 weeks at a rehabilitation centre in Galway in 2005 - the first step of a journey of recovery which has raised the profile of gambling addiction in Ireland. Oisin has since helped hundreds of athletes in the UK and the Republic of Ireland as a trained Addictions Counsellor and much sought after public speaker. He has also worked for Sporting Chance for many years as part of their gambling education programme.

Time

Nov 18, 2021 10:00 AM in London

See also:

https://www.mhfi.org/TurningItAround.pdf

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https://www.mhfi.org/news/1194-the-when-of-men-s-health.html

The WHEN of Men’s Health

You are invited to the fourth in a series of webinars focusing upon 'Engaging Men'. This event - exploring 'The WHEN of Men’s Health' - will take place on Friday 19th November 2021 (to coincide with International Men's Day 2021), from Noon to 1.15pm. 

At this event, you will hear from local projects about how they have used special dates / occasions to highlight men’s health needs; harnessed unforeseen opportunities which present themselves; or took action in response to emerging issues. There will also be an emphasis on the importance of inter-agency partnership, cooperation and collaboration in order to achieve something which is greater than the constituent parts.

Register for a free place at: https://ims.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3YPeCqwvRuiZjYtonujIow

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The national charity that aims to reduce the misuse of alcohol in Ireland is urging men to protect themselves against harmful drinking.

Men are more than twice as likely to report binge drinking as women, and Drinkaware is calling on men to be aware of their drinking and how it impacts on their wellbeing and the wellbeing of those around them.

The charity is making the call ahead of International Men’s Day on Friday, with the theme being “making a positive difference to the wellbeing of men”.

https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-40745598.html

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INTERNATIONAL MENS DAY 2021 PROMO VIDEO

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https://www.mensaid.ie/news/international-mens-day-2021/

International Men’s Day 2021

November 10, 2021 Editor 0 Comment News

Webinar: Human stories of pain, suffering, shame and mockery. Men’s experience of intimate partner violence.

We are delighted to announce that Dr.Garrett O’Connor, a clinical psychologist working in the community with the HSE will present his research findings on International Men’s Day, Friday 19th November. 

Evidence based research on male victims of intimate partner violence is very limited in Ireland so we are delighted that Dr.O’Connor completed his Ph.D studies in University of Limerick in 2020 on this topic.

Dr.O’Connor will present his research findings representing voices not frequently heard on Friday 19th November at 12:30 – 13:30.

Link to register : https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_scGLrVJLSkG332qPrVXm0Q

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https://pmi-ireland.org/events/calendar/events/international-men-s-day-workplace-wellness-pandemic-work-life-and-all-things-men

Ireland Chapter of PMI Celebrates International Men's Day with a Virtual Panel Discussion

Workplace Wellness: Pandemic, Work-life and All Things Men

This event celebrates International Men’s Day through a panel discussion exploring the pandemic, work-life balance and all things men.

The pandemic has changed all of our lives significantly since January 2020.

There are new ways of working in the workplace and personal/family life has changed considerably.

Ways of interacting have shifted to digital and hybrid working is becoming a reality for many people across Ireland.

The priorities for men are changing in society and this event explores wellness in the workplace through the importance of men’s health. 

M.C

The MC for the event is renowned RTE producer, podcast presenter and MC Taragh Loughrey-Grant, M.A.

The Panel

Kathrina Bentley CEO of Men’s Aid 

Finian Murray is a Men’s Health Senior Promotion Officer with the HSE

Peter Glynne is a Programme Director and also Marketing Director of Ireland Chapter of PMI

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https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/cipd-live-international-mens-day-tickets-202995393687

Let’s Look at Men’s Health – International Men’s Day 2021

About this event

Understanding men’s health challenges specifically has never been more important than now. This year, to mark International Men’s Day, we are running a webinar examining the impact of health challenges for men with an exploration of how they can be best supported at work.

Joining our panel to discuss this important topic will be Barry Holmes, Director of HR, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences and Breffni McGuiness, National Bereavement Development Specialist for workplaces, Irish Hospice Foundation and chaired by Jane McDonald, Engagement and HR Projects Manager, CIPD Ireland

We look forward to you joining us on the day the day and to take part in the conversation.

 Date and time

Fri, 19 November 2021

11:00 – 12:00 GMT

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https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qrV9M1oUQaWi6hmtFENA-Q

https://www.ms-society.ie/events/upcoming-webinars/men-and-ms-webinar

MEN AND MS WEBINAR

Date:

19 November 2021

Time:

18:00 to 19:00

Event Type:

Upcoming Webinars

Organiser:

MS Ireland

Venue:

Zoom

To mark International Men's Day, MS Ireland will host a webinar on Men and MS with Dr Brian Sweeney. This webinar will take place on November 19th at 6pm via Zoom. Registration link will be posted shortly.

If you have any questions send to Aoife Kirwan: aoifek@ms-society.ie

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Interesting combination: an Indian men's rights group organises or at least promotes blood donation on International Men's Day

https://twitter.com/realsiff/status/1461256060929331208?s=20

titan18

Work did a podcast there today with their Equality council and it's about 30 minutes of how men need to be better for women. Usual stuff like toxic masculinity being bandied about and how men need to listen more. Pretty insulting tbh

greenspurs

ever get the feeling you are talking to yourself .....

the_pen_turner

anyone listen to maraid ronan today. stats off saying she didnt even know there was a mens day. sorry but you have been involved in radio for 10 years or more how could you be that stupid or under a rock that much.

then proceeds to start talking about how women should be more like men and be selfish rather than selfless and it would do them some good .

i wasnt in the mood to listen to such bullshit so i turns it off

greenspurs

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118192068#Comment_118192068

Your 1st mistake was having her on your radio ..................................................

Tell me how

Fair play to you OP for making such an effort to start a positive discussion on this topic.

Unfortunately, I'm not surprised to see it being left to yourself apart from a couple posters focusing on women today while complaining that they focused on women.

Some simple steps from WHO to consider for anyone who wants to be proactive in their own care.

https://twitter.com/WHO/status/1461649059329024002

For me, being physical active is one of the best things anyone can do to promote overall general good health. I find it fantastic (necessary) for good mental health and when you are doing it, you are more conscious of the impacts of smoking/eating unhealthily etc or trying to do it with a hangover and so you start to pay more attention to those factors as well.

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It’s trending on Twitter.

titan18

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118192124#Comment_118192124

I means it says a lot that the official theme for this year is Better relations between men and women. The day itself is about how we interact with women rather than male issues.

greenspurs

But , if most men were honest (those that know about it) what man really cares about it ??

Brussels Sprout

Only took the second reply for someone to start moaning about women.

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https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118210583#Comment_118210583

It’s more a moan about feminism than women.

JupiterKid

I know International Men's day still garners much weaker support (from men themselves, ironically) than it should - there are so many important issues facing men and boys these days including all this insulting and patronising narrative in recent years from radical feminists who, at times, seem to want to rid the world of men...

But men themselves need to look at what they can do to articulate their grievances with respect to the appalling child custody/separation/divorce outcomes and supporting International Men's Day would be a part of that. Lack of access to their children by spiteful/manipulative ex-partners is very toxic to men's mental health and drives men to suicide and addiction. Also the shameful under-reporting of female on male domestic abuse (and same-sex male on male abuse). I know guys who are - or have been - in this nightmare situation. A friend of a good mate is a victim of domestic emotional and occasional physical abuse from his wife. People tend to still laugh at supposed "weak" men who are in this situation and it keeps the silence, shame and abuse going.

I myself was involved in the Mater Foundation Dickie Dips in 2019 and 2021 where 600 lads of all ages, shapes and sizes braved the chilly Irish Sea in our dickie bows (gotta look dapper!! 😄) and our birthday suits for prostate cancer treatment fundraising. Some of the older lads in our group are prostate cancer survivors themselves. Lads, if you're 45 and over - get your prostate checked out!

We collectively raised over €130,000 this year and are aiming for even better in 2022. Was so pleased to have been able to take part this year! 💪💪👍️

I hope - and expect - International Men's Day go from strength to strength in the coming years.

the_pen_turner

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118210876#Comment_118210876

fair play to you .

if i went out in the nip it would raise more laughter than money.

your right that men need to do more to raise our issues

but sadly our issues are mocked or pushed aside and not taken seriously . the media has a huge problem with mens issues and takes every opertunity to false report the issues , twist the states into womens issues , or just ignore them altogether or release other news to drown it out.

look at what the media does for womans day. its a week long event will all sorts of debates and stories ranging from huge medial issues, to smaller scale issues raised. no issue is left behind .

on mens day we cannot even get any of our big issues talked about seriously let along smaller issues.

the_pen_turner

look at this.

National Adult Safeguarding Day - 19th November 2021 | Social Justice Ireland

a day launched to highlight vulnerabe adults. seems great but why put it on mens day. its an issue facing both genders. its obviouslt going to get twisted to being about womans issues and take away from mens issues.

its just another level of disregard for men and our issues. and an atempt to ruin any attempt for us to highlight them

The J Stands for Jay

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118190816#Comment_118190816

Work did nothing for it, but we're bombarded with stuff for the women's Day

the_pen_turner

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118223140#Comment_118223140

not suprised . there is nothing it for them to support men