General News
30 November, 2024
Men unite for International Men's Day
Horsham Neighbourhood House brought together 25 men for International Men's Day on November 19.
Manager Charlie Helyar said this was the first year they had decided to hold an event for the day.
"Men's participation in Neighbourhood House is lower (than women's)," Mr Helyar said.
"It's an important day for men in our community."
This year's theme, positive male role models, was the centre of discussion during the event.
"We recongised and spoke about the positive male role models in our community," Mr Helyar said.
Mal Coutts from Rural Outreach; Daniel Witthous, CEO of Rural Pride Australia; Bruce Guest from Grampians Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect; Asher Ludwig from Rainbow Neighbourhood House; and Simon Risson were guest speakers at the event.
A barbecue was also available for attendees, offering the opportunity to socialise with others.
"It went really well," Mr Helyar said.
"We'll be looking at doing is again next year."
International Men's Day recongises and celebrates men in communities, with many using the day to tackle key social issues that men and boys face relating to their physical, mental and social health wellbeing.
