Andy’s Man Club are a “talking group” focusing on eliminating the stigma of men’s  mental health and male suicide. Their tagline #ITSOKTOTALK perfectly conveys their message and belief. Focus on men’s mental health has become more prevalent in the past few years, especially since the global pandemic, however there is much more that can be done to end the stigma from, towards and by men on the subject.

The shocking fact that suicide is the main cause of death in mean under 50 (of which men make up three quarters of the total per year) is simply unacceptable. Having personal experience with mental health and the associated shame and stigma that comes along with it, has led me to choose this important charity with the hope that I can make a difference to somebody, somewhere, somehow. It is ok to talk, and it really can help. #ITSOKTOTALK.

At ANDYSMANCLUB, we want to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and create a judgment-free, confidential space where men can be open about the storms in their lives. We aim to achieve this through weekly, free-to-attend peer-to-peer support groups for men aged over 18.