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MANUP? The adopted term of ‘MAN UP’ as we know it, needs to be challenged. The adopted term of 'MAN UP' as we know it, needs to be challenged.

Don't just brush yourself down & get on with it. Be brave, speak to someone, even if it's a mate. That's our focus; that's our mission. As a mental health awareness charity, we promote men's talking by displaying stories, having conversations, and discussing solutions in different ways.

11/12/2025

Street Talks - Mental health is health.

That is what we heard on the streets of London. It affects how you show up, how you work, how you treat people and how you cope when life gets heavy.

The men we spoke to talked about purpose, pressure, self care and the courage to speak openly... but stigma still gets in the way.

These conversations matter because silence is still costing lives.

Have you ever tried to get help and left feeling unheard?Many men know exactly what that feels like.Our next MANUP? Talk...
10/12/2025

Have you ever tried to get help and left feeling unheard?

Many men know exactly what that feels like.

Our next MANUP? Talks session is about getting the right support when you reach out. Alex, a Registered Mental Health Practitioner with the NHS, will share what men can do to communicate clearly and how professionals can understand them better.

You will learn how to talk openly about what is going on, how to describe symptoms in a way that makes sense, how to push back politely if something does not feel right and what support exists outside of therapy and medication.

This session is not about blaming professionals. It is about giving men and their families confidence to ask better questions and get the help they deserve.

Open to men and women who want to be part of real change.

Reserve your place and we will send you the Zoom link.

🔗 https://www.manup.how/events/manup-talks-getting-the-right-support

09/12/2025

He grew up in a time where men never talked about mental health...

Now he is honest about the cost of staying silent and how much damage internalising everything can do.

His message is simple.
- Look after yourself so you can look after others.
- Talk before the weight makes you ill.
- Find people you trust and open up to them.
- Some will listen. Some will not. Keep trying.

Street Talks is here to make these conversations normal.

Male su***de is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK...This event tackles the hard questions behind tha...
08/12/2025

Male su***de is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK...

This event tackles the hard questions behind that reality.

After selling out events across the UK, 'Why Do Men Die by Su***de?' comes to Manchester this Thursday. Hosted by MANUP? and Dr Susie Bennett from the University of Glasgow, brings together research, real stories and frontline experience to help us understand what is putting men at risk and what we can do to support them.

You will hear the latest findings, join conversations with experts and gain practical insights you can use in your work, community or family.

Free tickets. Limited spaces. Booking recommended.

🎟️ https://www.manup.how/events/why-do-men-die-by-su***de-manchester

05/12/2025

Men talk differently when the pressure is off.

This week Dan sits down withRob from Rob Welham Racing one of MANUP?’s longest-standing ambassadors and a man who has lived the highs and lows of racing, pressure and purpose.

They talk about why men in motorsport seem to talk more than people think, why judgment stops so many blokes dead in their tracks, and why you do not need therapy language to have a real conversation. You just need the right tribe.ishing rod. Environments where a bloke is allowed to drop the armour for a minute.

They talk about why men in motorsport seem to talk more than people think, why judgment stops so many blokes dead in their tracks, and why you do not need therapy language to have a real conversation. You need the right tribe.

They also get honest about the reality for men who are struggling. If what you are doing is not working, then you have to try something else. Even if that something is fishing, tennis, walking for a coffee, mini motos or just sitting by the water watching the world calm down for a bit.

Rob shares how he manages the mental side of racing, the fear, the crashes, the blown engines, the frustration. And he shows exactly why having the right people around you makes all the difference.

This is not a talk about telling men what to do. It is another reminder that finding your place, your space and your people might be the thing that keeps you steady.

Full video now live on YouTube and on our website.

This week Dan sits down with Rob, one of MANUP?’s longest-standing ambassadors and a man who has lived the highs and lows of racing, pressure and purpose.

04/12/2025

This is not your usual mental health chat...

Dan sits down with Phil to talk about masculinity, mental health, chaos and why men often need action before conversation. No jargon. No boxes to tick. Just two men being honest about what actually works.

They get honest about why many corporate wellbeing schemes miss the mark, why men still avoid speaking up, and why the things labelled as toxic are often the things that bring men together.

Men do not always need saving.
- They need space.
- They need brotherhood.
- They need something real.

Watch the full video on our Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsbSQ6wTwTg

03/12/2025

We have had a lot of people ask us to bring our event Why Men Die By Su***de to Manchester, so we have decided to do one final unexpected session this year.

Our founder, Dan, recorded a quick update to explain what the event is about and why we are doing it. We work very closely with Dr Susie Bennett from Glasgow University, and we fund her research to help understand the real reasons men are dying by su***de. It is not enough to repeat slogans or rely on guesswork. We need evidence, honesty and open minds.

The Manchester date is Thursday, 11 December. The event is free. It looks sold out already, but there are always dropouts, so check the event page on manup.how and book a ticket if you want to attend.

If you do come along, we only ask one thing. Arrive with an open mind and leave thinking about how you might change the way you speak to or respond to men in your life. We have to get past the surface level and reach the real reasons men are deciding to call it a day. Simply telling men to talk is not the solution, because they are.

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We are hiring.MANUP? is looking for part-time support to help our CEO keep everything running smoothly. This is a remote...
03/12/2025

We are hiring.

MANUP? is looking for part-time support to help our CEO keep everything running smoothly. This is a remote and flexible role, with yearly earnings between £10,400 and £20,800, depending on the hours taken each week.

This role suits someone who is self-employed or freelancing, especially someone who has supported a CEO, director, or founder before. The work is practical and varied. Admin, planning, organising and keeping on top of all the moving parts while the charity grows.

We want someone who is organised, reliable and confident working independently. If you are the type who quietly keeps a busy operation on track, you will fit in well.

To apply, send your CV to manup @ manup.how
Subject to DBS checks.

No recruiters.

P.S. Feel free to share this. The right person is often someone already helping others behind the scenes.

02/12/2025

When was the last time you had a real conversation with someone you trust?

Not the polite version. The honest one...

This man shared with us that having one friend he could open up to changed how he deals with his mental health.

- Talking without embarrassment
- Listening without judgement
- Going deeper instead of brushing it off.

Exercise, structure and looking after himself keep him balanced, but is it human connection that makes the biggest difference?...

27/11/2025

Street Talks - We asked men in Ipswich a simple question. What does mental health mean to you?

The answers were personal, honest and sometimes difficult to say out loud.

Different men. Different journeys. One truth...

Your mind matters. Your voice matters.

We are opening up speaker applications for MANUP? Talks in 2026.Every month, we run an online session to help people und...
26/11/2025

We are opening up speaker applications for MANUP? Talks in 2026.

Every month, we run an online session to help people understand men better. Why men hold things in. Why do many avoid asking for help. Why they shut down when they feel judged or unheard?

We are now looking for speakers who can help shine a light on this. We want people who bring real experience, either through professional work or lived experience that actually helps others understand men.

This is not a space for businesses, coaches or therapists to find clients. It is not for self-promotion. MANUP? Talks is about education, honesty and helping people see what men are really up against.

If you stand up for men and you can back it up with genuine insight, we want to hear from you.

Find out more at www.manup.how/talks

P.S. Check our feed. We are showing that men do talk.

25/11/2025

What happens to a man when life hits hard and his mind becomes clouded?

In this Street Talks interview he speaks openly about illness, pressure, expectation and the feeling of losing control of your own life.

His message is simple.
- Clarity comes from self reflection.
- Autonomy gives you strength.
- Taking back control helps you feel alive again.

Every man has a story.
Every story carries truth.

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