Feb 1, 2023
Hastings and St Leonards Men’s Health and Wellbeing Project is hosted by Hastings Voluntary Action, funded by East Sussex County Council and led by local men.
Research shows that life expectancy for men in Hastings and St Leonards is significantly lower than the national average. There have been many great initiatives across the borough that have made a real difference to individual men’s health and wellbeing. However, this hasn’t changed the bigger picture around men’s life expectancy locally.
This project is based on the belief that men in Hastings and St Leonards will live happier, healthier, and longer lives if they are at the heart of decision making and live in strong, supportive, and well-connected communities, where they can fulfill their potential. This project is reflecting this belief by supporting men to talk about what matters for them.
Local News Coverage April 2024
Travis from Mr Hastings and St Leonards had a chat with BBC News, speaking about the Men Don't Talk ? film and the importance of open honest conversation.
Travis said ''It is important that we all take time to join this important conversation about Men's Mental Health the more open we are, the more we can grow ''
Have a look the BBC south East interview below :
You can Now Watch the 'Men Don't Talk ?' Film online here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlplaN9z0zE
The Monologues Of Men
Continuing the Conversation with Local men
Experience of local men being real honest and saying it as it is .
With mental health and wellbeing, a major topic right now!
'The Monologues of Men' is a follow on from the film ‘Men Don’t Talk ?’ highlighted on local BBC news; and we now witness men sharing their stories and taking risks ,live on stage at the Stables theatre .
The men will share their intimate feelings about life, loss, childhood and friendships in a way that lets you into their world in an inspiring and meaningful way, opening up about their feelings, emotions and challenges , a thoughtful and insightful performance and a must see for all.
This is a free performance for one afternoon only and cash donations on the door greatly appreciated.
Tickets need to be booked on the Stables bboking page here https://stablestheatre.co.uk/the-monologues-of-men/
Project Identity
We are excited to share the new project identity , branding and Logo that has been co-designed with a local graphic designer and a group of men from Hastings and St Leonards.
Look out for this branding in your communities and see what Mr Hastings and St Leonards is up to locally.
Join The Conversation
Check out the Mr Hastings and St Leonards Linktree page to find links to the Facebook page, Podcasts and other ways to get involved: https://linktr.ee/mrhsl
Mr Hastings and St Leonards Learning Events 2023
We were delighted that so many local people attended the 2 learning events that were held in October last year.
Are you interested in finding out more about the learning from year one of this project ?
The Year One Learning Report, and Summary Learning Report, as well as Dr Lester Coleman's report of his conversations with local men, are all included as links at the bottom of this project page.
Some Feedback from the learning events include :
- Great to see that there are all these people interested in Mr Hastings and St Leonards, who he is, what he needs and what he wants, but more importantly in making change
- Inspired by the passion and knowledge to drive and enable change within the area
- I was certainly encouraged by the scope and ambition of the project
Join the Hastings and St Leonards Men’s Health and Wellbeing Forum
If you already work with men in Hastings and St Leonards, or would like to in the future, this is an opportunity to meet, share ideas, experiences, plan and connect. Meeting dates and registration will be shared on the HVA events page and news feed. Contact the Project Team (Jacy or Teresa) to find out more.
We would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the project so far, sharing your views and experiences, getting involved and sharing your passion and enthusiasm for the future of mens health and wellbeing in Hastings and St Leonards.
Peer Researchers :
Are you interested in becoming a Mr Hastings and St Leonards Peer Researcher?
You would be talking with men in your local community using your own experience and skills to enable these conversations to happen.
We will provide training, equipment and a small financial gift.
Please contact John for more information [email protected]
or call John on 07789 896022
Keeping up to date:
- Read the most recent quarterly report produced by the project team by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page.
Share your contact details to let us know that you would like to get involved in the project here: Contact Details
Look out for new events, training and opportunities on the HVA events page or in the HVA e-bulletin.
The Project Team
Teresa Flower, Project Manager (HVA)
Email: [email protected] Tel: 07531 827784
Jacy Kilvert, Community Development Worker (HVA)
Email: [email protected] Tel: 07513 827779
Working alongside local men and members of the local community.
