International Men’s Day is a global awareness day that focuses on men’s health, well-being and positive contributions to families and communities. It encourages open conversations about physical and mental health, challenges harmful stereotypes and highlights the importance of support, connection and early help-seeking.
Why this matters
- Men are less likely to seek help for physical and mental health concerns, often delaying diagnosis and treatment.
- Suicide rates remain significantly higher among men in many countries, including Australia.
- Social expectations can discourage men from expressing vulnerability or asking for support.
- Poor health outcomes impact families, workplaces and communities, not just individuals.
- Positive role models and open conversations support healthier relationships and better long-term well-being.
Awareness helps normalise help-seeking, reduce stigma and encourage men to look after their health and support one another.
Event Co-ordination / Support
International
- International Men’s Day
Global initiative promoting men’s health, well-being, and positive male role models, while encouraging dialogue around issues affecting men and boys worldwide.
Australia
- Australian Men’s Health Forum (AMHF)
National peak body for men’s health in Australia, working to improve health outcomes for men and boys through advocacy, research, policy development and collaboration across the health sector.
