NICVA is pleased to announce that, thanks to funding from the Department for Communities, they can offer a limited number of free one-year subscriptions to 'Grant Tracker' - Northern Ireland's leading online fundraising toolkit.  This could offer expert signposting to anyone based in the North who is seeking sources of financial support to underpin their work with men and boys.  Find out more at: https://www.nicva.org/article/funded-granttracker-one-year-subscriptions

Have you seen the 'MindFit Toolkit' which seeks to help Canadian men to tackle chronic stress, anxiety and depression? ...  If not, you might like to check out this resource at: https://menshealthfoundation.ca/mindfit-toolkit

This second edition of 'The Man Box' is a comprehensive study that focuses on the attitudes to manhood and the behaviours of Australian men aged 18 to 45.  Download the report, executive summary and additional fact sheets at: https://jss.org.au/programs/research/the-man-box

Research into men and masculinities suggests that men may be more reluctant than women to state they are lonely, more reliant on partners and/or alcohol to tackle it, and that this may be a result of poorer social relationships.  This study tests hypotheses on sex differences in loneliness among older England-based men and women.  Find out more at: https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-024-17892-5

Masculine identity upholds beliefs about masculine enactment.  These beliefs can be detrimental to men, and can lead to behaviours that put undue stress on them.  This study examines how masculine ideals are associated with health and depressive symptomatology in older men.  Read more at: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15579883231220714

On Thursday 8th February 2024, more than 65 health, social and community organisations, academics and advocates came together to voice opposition to proposed measures in the Sale of Alcohol Bill that will dramatically increase the number of venues serving alcohol, as well as significantly extending the opening hours of pubs, bars and nightclubs in the Republic of Ireland.  These bodies called on the Irish Government's Party Leaders for a health impact assessment on the Sale of Alcohol Bill.  Find out more at: https://alcoholireland.ie/app/uploads/2024/02/Sale-of-Alcohol-Bill-open-letter-new.pdf

Every two years, Family Carers Ireland conducts the ‘State of Caring’ survey - a comprehensive study to better understand the lives and experiences of family members who are currently providing care.  Previous reports have highlighted the impact of being a carer, and provided evidence for submissions to decision makers and policy makers.  The 2024 survey has now been launched, and they are eager to have input from a broad range of carers - especially men.  The survey takes approximately 20 minutes to complete, and can be found at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/StateOfCaring2024  If you know of any carers who would prefer a paper copy of the survey, or who would like some support with completing it, please direct them to Joanne Murphy at Tel: 086 0326187 or Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Did you know that there are 11,000 people in Northern Ireland who identify themselves as deafblind? …  Deafblind UK supports people who have any level of combined sight and hearing loss (as well as those around them) to live with their condition and to build their confidence and independence.  They offer understanding, advice, practical help, residential support, care and social opportunities.  This includes: a friendly helpline to answer questions and offer support; help with technology, so that everyone can stay connected; opportunities to socialise and make new friends; seaside holidays, so that participants can relax and unwind; wellbeing and emotional support for difficult times; care and support at home if needed.  To learn more, visit: www.deafblind.org.uk   You can also contact Deafblind UK via their free Helpline: 0800 132 320  |  Text: 07903 572885  |  Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | Text Relay: 18001 then 0800 132320   |  BSL Video Relay: deafblind.org.uk/bsl