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The rate of sports betting has surged more than 57% – and younger people are betting

Australia already has the highest gambling losses globally. Now, new data show that between 2015 and 2022, the number of Australian men involved in sports betting has increased substantially. And for younger men, the rate of betting has surged more than 60%.

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Boys and young men in crisis says a new report

Boys and young men are in crisis, according to a new report from the UK highlighting a range of health and social issues, many of which are relevant in Australia.

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New ‘Strength in Asking’ campaign targets young men

A new campaign announced during Mental Health Month in October encourages young men to seek help with their mental health.

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Man Cave founder calls for on-going funds to promote healthy masculinity programs

Man Cave founder Hunter Johnson says a "multi-faceted and structural shift" is required to support the dissemination of healthy masculinities among young men.

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Australian Water Safety Council prioritises young males at risk of drowning

Researchers, policymakers, and water safety practitioners came together in Melbourne on October 25 to discuss new approaches to drowning and non-drowning-related injuries among young males aged 15-29.

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British author Richard Reeves says fathers need to be sent a clear message - they matter

In a recent podcast hosted by the US Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy, writer and researcher Richard Reeves says changes to the labour market are contributing to higher levels of despair, isolation and loneliness among men.

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Working with boys and young men? New Positive Masculinity Conference promises to break down gender stereotypes

As boys continue to fall behind female students in reading and literacy, the not-for-profit Positive Masculinity (+M) Foundation has announced a new one-day conference in Melbourne for educators, coaches and health professionals.

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MAN UP program in WA receives $90k funding to empower young men

WA-based MAN UP, whose focus is on empowering young men and redefining masculinity, has been awarded $90,000 funding over three years by the State Government.

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New Book Explores Health Promotion Strategies for Adolescent Boys and Young Men of Colour

A new book titled "Health Promotion with Adolescent Boys and Young Men of Colour" brings together leading global men's health researchers and practitioners to explore the complex intersections between age, race, and gender in the lives of young males of colour.

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Menslink’s Martin Fisk recognised in Australia Day honours

Menslink has mentored thousands of you men and families through tough times. Last week, its CEO Martin Fisk was recognised in the Australia Day honours with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for service to the community.

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