The Cornermen

31/03/2026

We are delighted to announce that we have been supported again this year by The Didcot Powerhouse fund.

The Powerhouse has not only been source of financial support for us over these last few years, but also of encouragement and advice. They are a partner in a shared vision for our community.

We’d like to publicly thank the Powerhouse for this latest grant, that ensures we are able to still continue what we do. Also we like to encourage other donors/businesses to donate to the fund, because they really do make a difference, to small charities like ourselves.

For more information go to www.didcotpowerhousefund.co.uk

30/03/2026

Our second panel discussion will focus on mental health challenges faced by men and young boys, exploring topics such as emotional wellbeing, stigma, and the importance of creating safe spaces for open conversation. The session will highlight practical ways to support mental health, encourage early intervention, and promotion of positive role models.

We are pleased to be joined by Steve James from The Cornermen, who brings valuable experience in supporting men’s mental health, alongside Darius Smith, a dedicated youth worker who works closely with young people to provide guidance, mentorship, and support.

Together, they will share insights, lived experiences, and actionable strategies to help foster healthier, more resilient individuals and communities.

You can reserve your free spot with the link in our bio!

12/03/2026

We are proud to be partnering with Oxfordshire Mind to deliver our Youth Su***de Prevention Training.
Join us to learn how suicidality affects young people, recognise the language and warning signs they may show, and come away with practical tools to have the conversations that save lives.
24th March- Online
1st April- In person
If you’re interested in attending this free training, you can sign up following the link below
https://forms.gle/LdV3bEM6veFusC329

09/03/2026

Today was the start of our talks with University of Oxford to deliver su***de prevention and mental health awareness to their staff teams.

Steve and John hosted 2 sessions today at University of Oxford Club . First session was an all male group and second session mixed. To members of the university estates teams.

Glad to hear feedback that The cornermens relaxed style with humour and straight talking was a hit with the attendees. We look forward to working with the university more in this mutually beneficial partnership.

27/02/2026

A poem sent today written one of our fellas. Nice little message of hope on a Friday to lead us into the weekend.

26/02/2026

Steve met Farah at The men’s mental health conference this week. Farah lost her 21 year old son Omar to su***de 3 years ago, while he was away university. The family never saw it coming.
She wrote an article in the times about her experience to try and turn her families tragedy into raising awareness in hope to prevent other families experiencing the agony.

This is her article. When Steve asked if it’s ok to share she said “I would be grateful if you share it widely. We all have a responsibility to talk about su***de”

Farah is going to come visit The Cornermen later in the year and we look forward to welcoming her.

The times had removed paywall so that anyone can read it. If you can read and please share.

As a society we are becoming more open about mental health, but su***de remains a taboo — that has to change, says Farah Sayeed

24/02/2026

Today Cornermen co-cofounder Steve James and trustee Karen Lascelles attended the Men’s Mental Health Conference 2026 at the Royal College of psychiatrists.
After the conference Steve was invited to contribute to working groups looking at Practice and Karen lead the workshops on looking at Research.

15/02/2026

From bands on the boundary 4 years ago to a UK tour with the great and powerful Irish singer songwriter Damien Dempsey . Congratulations to The Cornermen Music and all the guys in the band. 👊🎸👏

Contact John Houston for ticket details

30/01/2026

Some action shots from a great and fun strategy meeting this morning, with some of the The Cornermen trustees. Who kindly provide their time and expertise as volunteers.

The meeting was an ideas session, thinking about what we can to do make sure the cornermen financially sustainable now and in the future. So we can keep on helping men in our community.

20/01/2026

“Without the support offered by the Cornermen, I really don’t think I would be here”

Sobering quote from one of our men, the anonymous quote was given in a recent independent feedback review, undertaken by one of our grant givers.

Thank you to all our grant givers, sponsors, donors, fund raisers, partners, volunteers & encouragers for keeping us able to have impacts like this. It takes a community to really make a difference. We know this and appreciate you all 🙌

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15/01/2026

This afternoon Cornermen Steve and Sam were invited to the amazing international cafe, which meets at he Didcot Baptist church. The lads spoke with the users of the cafe and its volunteers about the Cornermen and what we do.

The conversations we had will hopefully lead to some exciting partnership working in the future. Plus the visit even saw Sam to do some public speaking! (Picture for evidence 💪)

31/12/2025

As the bell goes on the 12th round of 2025 we’d like to say a massive thanks to our supporters, sponsors, funders and donors. This year The Cornermen had over 1500 conversations, provided 1120 hours of support and had 97 new men join the service.

We couldn’t have done it without your backing and encouragement!

See you all in 2026 👊