Empowamen hosts over 50 men’s groups
The men’s organisations gathered at Empowaworx House, joining forces to promote positive change for boys and men through community support, mentorship, and powerful discussions.
Empowaworx House hosted a powerful gathering of more than 50 men’s organisations, all committed to reshaping the narrative for boys and men in South Africa.
Hosted by men’s platform Empowamen, the event encouraged open discussion around challenges facing men, focusing on combatting toxic masculinity and building a supportive network that fosters true allyship.
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This event marks the lead-up to the Empowamen International Men’s Day Summit, scheduled for November 16, where a broad range of groups working on issues from men’s mental health to mentorship will come together. With the theme Zero Suicide in Men, the summit will address the complex challenges impacting men and boys today, focusing on issues such as mental health, addiction, and redefining masculinity.
As part of the gathering, Empowamen launched the Bring Your 200 initiative, inviting leaders to bring 200 men from their networks to the summit. The leader with the highest turnout will receive R10 000 to donate to a charity of their choice, with an additional R5 000 to support their cause.
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The summit, backed by Metro FM, Primedia Outdoor, Primestars’ What About The Boys campaign, and #NoExcuse, is expected to draw 4 000 men. A key highlight will be the opening keynote by the renowned actor Dr John Kani, who will discuss the topic, Man and Identity. Other important topics to be covered include dad rights, mental health, spirituality, divorce, and the future of masculinity.
Empowamen co-founder Simphiwe Masiza shared his hopes for the summit, stating, “We look forward to bringing together men who are committed to change not only within themselves but in their communities. Through collaboration, we can make a meaningful impact and empower men to be true allies.”
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