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Carrying the Weight: London Luton Airport Fire Service walk 14-miles to raise awareness for men’s mental health
In light of Men’s Health Month, nine firefighters from London Luton Airport’s (LLA) Fire Service walked a 14-mile route around the airport terminal today (21 November) in partnership with 'For Men To Talk', to raise awareness and encourage open discussions around men’s mental health. The firefighters donned breathing apparatus on their back for the duration of the walk, symbolic of the weight of poor mental health. The 14-miles represent the 14...
Listening to Young Voices: The impact of the ‘My Perspective’ Programme.
Recently, Luke Newman, founder of 'For Men To Talk', joined forces with 'Parallel Lives' to deliver a new pilot programme called 'My Perspective'. This project was rolled out in a local school, working closely with Year 9 students. The aim of the programme was simple...
Breaking the stereotype: Men and eating disorders
Eating disorders, often thought of as predominantly affecting women, have long been stigmatised and misunderstood. However, it's crucial to recognise that these complex mental health issues can impact anyone, regardless of gender. Men, too, grapple with eating...
Men and being sceptical about their weight
In a society fixated on body image, men often find themselves grappling with weight-related insecurities just as much as women, yet their struggles are frequently overlooked or dismissed. The societal pressure to conform to unrealistic standards of masculinity adds an...