International Men’s Day, November 19

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A thread for all things relating to this.

Info on any events happening in Ireland particularly welcome.

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https://mensnetwork.ie/imd-123/

International Men’s Day is celebrated annually on 19th November. It is an opportunity for everyone to reflect on and celebrate the men in their lives and to consider the many positive contributions that men make to family, community, culture and society.

This year, the Men’s Development Network, encouraged everyone to #CelebrateMen on #IMD2021 through social media posts.

THE ASK?

We simply invited them to do the following:

1. Identify one man (first name only) whose caring qualities you wish to celebrate.

2. Highlight two of his caring qualities in a video or text post on your social media channels.

3. Nominate three of your friends/family to do the same (and donate to MDN if you wish).

We hoped that sharing these sentiments will encourage new conversations that support our mission: “Better Lives for Men, Better Lives for All”.

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"“While the majority of men across Ireland lead positive, healthy lives and are excellent role models, there are men in need of change"

You don't tend to hear organisations for women saying such things about women for International Women’s Day.

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https://www.ucd.ie/equality/editraining/edicourselist/imd22/

19th November marks International Men's Day, which aims to highlight the positive effects that men bring to their communities, as well as raising awareness of men's health issues and wellbeing. EDI are delighted to bring you a bundle of sessions aimed at men looking to mind their health and wellbeing, including a webinar, a share & support sessions with members of UCD's Mental Health & Wellbeing Support Colleagues, a yoga session focused on breath work and a collaboration with Platform 55 on Paternity Matters. Read below to find out more and register on the EDI Training & Events Calendar. 

Webinar: Men Looking After Their Mental Wellbeing 

Friday 18th November, 11am - 12pm

Mental health is a normal part of daily life, in the same way as physical health. The stigma around seeking help for mental health is gradually declining, but there is still lots of work to be done, especially when it comes to men, who on average pay less attention to their health compared to women. A 2020 survey carried out by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) revealed that only 3 in 10 Irish men said they would attend counselling or psychotherapy. 

This webinar develops awareness of the context and the positive impact small changes today can have on attendees’ quality of life today as well as in the future. The session will provide advice and tips for men on protecting and supporting their mental health and wellbeing. Relevant support internal and external to UCD will also be signposted to participants. 

Everyone is welcome to join, however the content is tailored particularly to men.

This session is complemented by the Share & Support workshop run by UCD’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Colleagues and virtual Yoga for Men's Mental Wellbeing.

Share & Support Session for Men

Monday 21st November, 11am - 11:45am

For International Men's Day, UCD’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Colleagues are hosting a virtual 'Share & Support' session for men. At this informal and fully confidential session, participants are invited to share their experiences, perspectives and insights so that we can support and learn from each other at this time.

Overview:

• Introduction & ice-breaker 
• Group-sharing guidelines 
• Sharing experiences & support
• Closing 

Places are limited as this is a small group session. The session will take place on Zoom with cameras on or off, as preferred. 

Breathe: Yoga for Men's Mental Wellbeing

Tuesday 22nd  November, 2pm - 3pm

Join qualified yoga instructor Tom for a virtual 1-hour Yoga session. The session is open to all levels including beginners and will focus on breathe work. 

The yoga class will take place over Zoom between 2pm and 3pm and participants are welcome to leave their cameras on or off as they prefer. 

Webinar: Paternity Matters

Wednesday 23rd November, 2pm - 4pm

UCD have also secured a number of places on the "Paternity Matters" virtual workshop run by Platform55 on 23 November for those who have recently returned from paternity or adoptive leave, or who have a very young family. It gives you the chance to connect with other dads and parents who are at a similar life stage. Topics include values, setting boundaries between work and home, crucial conversations and working as a team at home. If interested in a place, please email edi@ucd.ie  

Everywoman Tech Hub

Friday 18th November, 4pm

UCD Staff can register for free at this Everywoman Tech Hub webinar. 

WEBINAR: Male Managers as Allies

In any inclusive workplace, a male line manager has a dual role: leading his team effectively to meet the organisation’s goals, and being a male ally to women at all levels. What does male allyship look like within this context, and what actions — from calling out micro-aggressions to looking out for imposter feelings in female co-workers — will make the biggest positive different to tech women working in male dominated teams or organisations? Join this discussion as we explore the idea of conscious leadership and the future of male allyship in the tech universe.

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Again you don't tend to hear of similar events for women about how they can help men being organised for International Women’s Day.

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https://iadt.ie/news/international-mens-day-2022-technological-he-sector-launch-new-podcast/

International Men’s Day 2022 Technological HE Sector Launch New Podcast

Male leaders across the technological higher education sector in Ireland have come together to discuss why gender equality matters for men in a new podcast released to mark International Men's Day 2022.

The podcast, Why Gender Equality is for Men too, featuring participants from South East Technological University, Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology, Munster Technological University, Technological University of the Shannon, Technological University Dublin, Dundalk Institute of Technology and the Higher Education Authority, is a collective approach to examining the role of men in achieving gender equality in the sector.

In a wide ranging discussion, the contributors discussed their own personal journeys and reflections on gender equality, what men can do to improve gender equality at their respective institutions, why men are sometimes reluctant to get involved in gender equality work, why allyship is critical, gender quotas and the concept of meritocracy, and the benefits of gender equality for men themselves.

Speaking on International Men’s Day, Dr Ross Woods, Head of the Centre of Excellence for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Higher Education Authority said, “Gender inequality is an issue which affects everyone. While we’ve made great advances in higher education in recent years, it is often our female colleagues who have carried that load. International Men’s Day is a good opportunity to highlight the vital role of male staff in supporting and advancing this agenda”.

David Denieffe, VP Academic Affairs (Student Life, Teaching and Learning) SETU welcomed the podcast saying, “I was delighted to contribute to the podcast, alongside my colleagues from across technological higher education. It provided us with an opportunity to demonstrate the importance of hearing men’s voices and support for gender equality. We hope this serves as a reflection on the necessity for men’s commitment to gender equality on this International Men’s Day”.

The podcast was hosted by Dr Ross Woods, Head of the Centre of Excellence for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Higher Education Authority. Ross was joined by colleagues from across the HE sector included David Denieffe, VP Academic Affairs (Student Life, Teaching and Learning) at SETU, David Smith, President of IADT, Michael Loftus, VP External Affairs at MTU, Dr Liam Brown, VP Research Development & Innovation at TUS, Dr Martin McHugh, Head of the Department of Visual and Human-Centred Computing at Dundalk Institute of Technology, and Dr Philip Owende, Assistant Head of Academic Affairs at TU Dublin.

The podcast is available at the following links:

• Spotify
• Apple Podcasts

For further information: Claire McGing, IADT EDI Manager, claire.mcging@iadt.ie

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I haven't listened to the podcast but it looks again about how men can help women: again you don't tend to hear of similar initiatives for women about how they can help men being organised for International Women’s Day.

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https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/international-mens-day-men-in-space-what-a-career-in-space-looks-like-tickets-445965293197

Nov 19

International Men's Day - 'Men in Space'- what a career in space looks like

Niamh Shaw in conversation with chats with two of her male space colleagues about their career, their work, and why space matters.

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Sat, 19 November 2022, 14:00 – 15:00 GMT

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Tallaght Library County Library, Tallaght, Dublin, Ireland Dublin

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November 19th is International Men's Day, a day that celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities.

To celebrate, Dr. Niamh Shaw, space reporter, award winning science communicator and a European Space Agency 'ESA Champion' for Education 2021, chats with two of her male space colleagues about their career, their work, and why space matters.

A Sssh!@The Library Science Week 2022 event, created by Niamh Shaw in partnership with South Dublin County Libraries, supported by ESERO Ireland and Science Foundation Ireland as part of their Discover Programme 2022.

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https://www.facebook.com/events/the-gibson-hotel/mdns-international-mens-day-white-ribbon-ireland/580256175432462/

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2016 AT 11 AM – 3 PM

MDN's, International Men's Day, White Ribbon Ireland

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Event by White Ribbon Campaign Ireland and The Men's Development Network

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Duration: 4 hr

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It is International Men’s Day on Saturday, 19th November.

The Men’s Development Network is inviting you to come and hear about men who care, and why and how.

We will do this by focussing on our White Ribbon Campaign in preparation for International White Ribbon Day on the 25th of November and the ensuing UN 16 Days of Action Against Violence Against Women.

The event is on in the Gibson Hotel from 11am- 3pm, with lunch, on Saturday 19th November, 2016.

On the morning there will be a range of brief interactive inputs. After lunch we will be asking you to join in the conversation in creative discussion groups.

Please see the attached flyer for the details. 

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An event about trying to reduce violence against women by men: again you certainly don't tend to hear of similar initiatives for women about how they can help reduce violence against men by women being organised for International Women’s Day.

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https://www.itcarlow.ie/events.htm/view/id/18513

Events

International Men's Day at SETU Carlow Campus

This year, International Men’s Day will be held on; Saturday 19 November 2022, and SETU Carlow Campus is holding an event in the Central Services Building on the Carlow Campus, (on the tiered seating downstairs by the Shack and entrance to the Engineering block). Taking place from 12-1pm on Friday November 18th, Make Time for Mates; is organised by Karolyn McDonnell of the National Centre for Men's Health and Alannah Somers of the Student Music Society who is also performing at the event. 

This year, the theme for International Men’s Day is ;Celebrating Mateship” and the aim is to inspire more men to “make time for mates”. 

Each year International Mens Day November 19th focuses and celebrates the following objectives:

• Valuing male role models
• Acknowledging the contribution of men and boys
• Improving male health
• Tackling discrimination and disadvantage
• Fostering positive gender relations
• Making the world a safer place for everyone

Our seriously talented and committed musicians in the Music Society have devised a set list for this special day, inspired by influential men. We have also created a digital loop with contributions from staff and students telling us what #mateship means to them. There will be goodies for attendees and the event is an opportunity to #maketime4mates, chill out for an hour and have a bit of fun and entertainment on campus to mark the contribution that men make to our lives, community and society. 

In addition, the Mens Development Network are launching the results of their MAN (Men's Attitudes Now) Survey with special guest Brent Pope. The findings provide interesting insights into male concepts of masculinity and gender, how men see their role in society, and reflections on their health and wellbeing, relationships, and more. This launch takes place on Friday November 18th at 10.30am until 12noon and the National Centre for Mens Health based in SETU Carlow campus is delighted to promote and support. 

Please click here to view the invite and go to the registration link here »

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The details are a bit vague but the Men's Development Network are behind the White Ribbon Campaign event mentioned above i.e. which is about reducing male violence against women.

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This already took place.

https://www.wit.ie/events/equality-diversity-inclusion/international-mens-day

International Men’s Day

17th November, 2022 10:30 am - 12:15 pm

Cost: Free

Location: Atrium of T&L Building, Cork Road Campus, Waterford

Contact: roisin.shanahan@setu.ie

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Schedule:

• 10.30am - 11.00am Tea/Coffee/Networking
• 11.00am - 11.05am Dr Allison Kenneally, VP of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, SETU - Opening of Event
• 11.05 - 11.20am Dr Aisling McGrath, Lecturer (SETU Waterford) ' Creating Space for Men to have meaningful conversations about Health' 
• 11.20am - 12.10pm Artist Vincent Devine will discuss men's health by bringing us through some of his male portraits
• 12.10 - 12.15pm Dr Seamus Dillon, Head of Department of Humanities, Closing of the Event

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https://www.ul.ie/equality-diversity-inclusion/events/international-mens-day-conference-2022

Date: Friday, November 18, 2022

Time: 1pm - 2pm

Duration: 1 Hour

International Men’s Day Event – Friday 18th November

We would like to invite you to celebrate International Men’s Day with Health Professional, Facilitator and Coach Jack Kavanagh in the Appellate Moot Courtroom, 3rd Floor, Glucksman  Library on Friday 18th November from 1-2pm.

The theme for 2022 is “Helping Men and Boys”

Having suffered a catastrophic spinal-cord injury aged 20, which left him with just 15% muscle function, Jack Kavanagh cares deeply about health & wellbeing as drivers for resilience and performance. It is these topics that he focuses on in his engaging talks, along with the need to cultivate diverse and inclusive environments where people belong and are valued just as they are. 

Jack is a popular speaker known for his humility, insight and wisdom. He describes himself as an ‘optimistic realist’ – someone who recognises the realities of life’s challenges but who strives to confront and overcome his perceived limitations and, in doing so, inspire others to do the same. 

This will be a hybrid event giving staff and students the opportunity to attend in person or online.

Catering and some light refreshments will served at the entrance to the Plaza Restaurant in the Glucksman Library from 12.30 -1pm.

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This has already taken place this week

https://lit.ie/en-ie/corporate-services/equality-diversity/edi-events

EDI Events at TUS

Welcome to our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion events section.

On this page, you will find details of past and upcoming Equality, Diversity and Inclusion events at TUS.

Upcoming Events

 

Men's Mental Health Webinar

(Christian Short & Fergus Farrell)

  

Come and join ex-professional Rugby players Fergus Farrell and Christian Short as they talk about the importance of mental resilience, challenge, talking and self-care in their lives. To celebrate International Men's Day, the TUS EDI office has invited Christian and Fergus to give a webinar around men's mental health themes and some of the defining experiences in their lives which led them to confront these themes.

This chat will take place on Wednesday 16th November at 11:00.

Register now: tinyurl.com/mw8bnd2j

 

Podcast

To celebrate International Men's Day, this year we are collaborating with our partners in SETU, MTU, TUD, IADT Dun Laoghaire & Dundalk IT to bring together an eclectic panel of male voices to record a podcast discussing men's issues. Watch this space!

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Another event associated with the Men's Development Network

https://www.isha.ie/article/hse-webinar-invitation-international-mens-day-launch-man-survey-brent-pope-friday-18th

HSE Webinar: Invitation to International Men's Day launch of the MAN Survey by Brent Pope on Friday 18th November 2022 at 10.30am

The final webinar this year on Masculinities and Men’s Health is on the 18th November, in the run up to International Men’s Day on the 19th. This will be dedicated to the launch of the MAN (Men’s Attitudes Now) Survey by the Men’s Development Network with special guest Brent Pope. Registration link: https://ims.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aNP0IciWR6-T4EuU5tyaow 

This is the first survey of its kind in Ireland. The findings will provide interesting insights into male concepts of masculinity and gender, how men see their role in society and reflections on their health and wellbeing, relationships, and more. This research has been funded by the Department of Justice, the Department of Health and Tusla. The registration page has more on the speakers and the running order for the day. Please feel free to share the invite with your networks.

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A charity event in Drogheda for a suicide prevention charity

https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/MensDay

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Men's Day

Saturday, 19 November 2022, 11:00

Courtyard Coffee, Merchants Quay, Drogheda, A92 YX7N View Map

19th November 2023 is International Men's Day! We believe it is important to mark this day in the calendar as we all have a man that we care about in our lives - be it your father, partner, brother, cousin or friend. Men play a huge part in todays society and with that comes a huge responsibilty. We know it can be hard to find a way/outlet to keep your mental health balanced.

SOSAD Ireland is hosting a Men's Day in Courtyard Coffee, Drogheda on the 19th November. We will have music all day by local DJ group BIFB with special guests talking about their chosen outlets/ways of keeping their mental health in check.

We have a Comedian Joe Rooney aka Father Damo giving a comedy gig, Off the side off the courtyard is Potters Snooker Hall where you can play a few games of pool or enjoy a game of virtual golf! James & Iggy will be joining us with their amazing VW converted Van, James & Iggy travel all over Ireland & America in this - So could be a good chance to pick his brains if you have similar projects in mind!

We have the wonderful Boyne Fishermen gracing us on the day to show what an amazing job they do for our community and more.. 

We have a special screening of the amazing short film 'The Passenger' which tackles the stigma of mental health among men. Written and directed by Gerry Gormley. 

Boann Distillery has kindly sponsored the Men's Day Raffle with offering some of their top shelf product (Raffle will be launched soon)

With more yet to be confirmed, this is an event not to be missed!

Entry is €5 with all proceeds going directly to SOSAD.

** For every Entry paid - You will automatically be entered into the Boann Raffle!!

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Fair play to you OP.

You did the same before, definitely last year iirc, and are one of the posters on here who continuously looks to be proactive in helping provide resources and supports to other men. Well done. I hope at least some guys who need the support avail of the efforts being made by the various people and organizations above to provide assistance.

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Today is International Men’s Day. Please post if you know any events or initiatives particularly in Ireland.