An A-Z of Organisations Supporting Men and Boys Part 6
In the run up to International Men's Day (IMD) the Australian Men's Health Forum has been highlighting 100+ groups around Australia doing great work to support men and boys.
The theme for IMD 2025 in Australia was Supporting Men and Boys. Help us grow our list of great organisations supporting men and boys in Australia to 200+. If you know of any groups that you think we should add to our list email: [email protected]
Ollie’s Echo was founded in memory of 14-year-old Ollie Hughes, who died by suicide after a short battle with anorexia in January 2024. His mother, Mia Bannister, established Ollie’s Echo: Pathways to Prevention to raise awareness and prevent eating disorders in boys, particularly anorexia. The charity seeks to empower young people and their families with the knowledge, support and resources they need to navigate the complexities of eating disorders, and to create a world where all boys can embrace their bodies and thrive in a supportive and understanding environment.
OMNI (Older Men New Ideas) is a men’s-only discussion group for those aged 50 and over, providing a social and supportive environment to share experiences and develop friendships. These groups, often meeting fortnightly, aim to enhance the well-being of older men by reducing loneliness and providing a platform to discuss joys, sorrows, and achievements in a confidential atmosphere. The structure is informal, with each local group managed by its members to suit their specific needs. Many local councils or community centres partner with or host OM:NI groups.
One in Three Campaign is a diverse group of male and female professionals raising public awareness of the existence and needs of male victims of family violence and abuse. They work with government and non-government services to aid everyone affected by family violence. Established in 2009, the One in Three Campaign emerged from the growing body of data indicating males make up a substantial proportion of the victims of family violence and abuse.
The One Percent Program was established by Dante Rodrigues and Jahdai Vergona in the NT to help young men unlock their potential through team-building exercises and physical activities like kickboxing and Muay Thai. Their programs are designed to foster leadership, personal growth and resilience in a supportive community where young people can develop the confidence, discipline and skills necessary to thrive in all aspects of life.
The Penis Podcast is hosted by Australian Nurse Practitioner and Sexologist Melissa Hadley Barrett and offers groundbreaking conversations about men’s sexual health. It began in 2020, and covers scientific insights, and interviews with Hadley’s patients and their partners to address sensitive topics men often struggle to discuss, including erectile dysfunction, prostate and bladder cancer recovery, Peyronie’s disease, premature ejaculation and intimacy in relationships.
Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk was initiated by Billy Beggs following the death by suicide of a local man’s son. “A tragedy happens in the community and starts a chain reaction,” said Billy, who banded with other men to go for a coffee and a walk around the Nepean River in Penrith. The meetings gathered momentum, and became a regular occurrence every Thursday at 6pm, a 7km route filled with men of different backgrounds and ages supporting each other.
Foundation for Positive Masculinity works with boys and young men, developing curriculum that is taught in schools to challenge outdated gender norms and discuss healthy versions of masculinity. The curriculum is designed to support boys and young men to thrive and avoid some of the health challenges we know men face in greater numbers. The Foundation was a proud recipient of the federally funded Healthy MaTE grant, and together with Tomorrow Man, are piloting their unique program across schools in Australia.
PROST! is a professional evidence-based Prostate cancer group exercise support program providing gym sessions and social gatherings and enabling men to connect with other men who are also dealing with prostate cancer. Led by qualified exercise physiologists at gyms and football clubs across Perth, the not-for-profit charity is run by volunteers to support men with prostate cancer. Their mission is to educate, inspire and support men in their experiences with prostate cancer, chronic pelvic pain, incontinence and sexual health disorders through high-quality clinical care, continuing research, community outreach and tailored evidence-based group exercise programs.
The Regional Men’s Health Initiative is a team of people who are passionate about raising awareness of men’s health and wellbeing in regional, rural and remote communities throughout WA. They encourage men to talk about issues in their lives and identify their true mates and the people they can confide in when times get tough. They run Warrior Education Sessions and Fast Track Pit Stop health checks, with a focus on physical, mental and spiritual/social wellbeing, underpinned by the slogan ‘Before it all gets too much … talk to a mate.’
Right Mate Incorporated was founded by a desire to change the way men’s mental health is approached by creating safe and welcoming social connection opportunities for men, regardless of socio-economic status. Based in Geelong they have built a community of men who have the skills to look out for themselves and each other but are also comfortable in their skin. Their aim is to break down the stigma when it comes to men’s Mental Health and changing the narrative of what it means to be a “man.”
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