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Men’s Mental Health Network
Empowering Men Across Newfoundland & Labrador Through Mental Wellness & Community Connection
If you or someone you know has a mental health or substance use emergency call 911.
Buddy Up is a men’s suicide prevention communications campaign:
a call to action to men, by men
Men’s Mental Health Matters
Strong mental health contributes to stronger families, healthier relationships, safer communities, and more resilient workplaces.
When men have access to education, support, and opportunities to build emotional skills, they are better equipped to navigate challenges, seek help early, and support those around them.
Structured Men’s Mental Health Education
Our Men’s Mental Health Network is Under Construction
Participants will take part in evidence-informed educational programs designed specifically for adult men. These programs will provide practical skills, guided learning, and opportunities for reflection and personal growth. Topics may include:
Community Workshops and Presentations
The Men’s Mental Health Network will offer workshops and presentations in communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
These sessions are designed to increase awareness of men’s mental health issues, reduce stigma around seeking support, promote healthy coping and resilience, and connect individuals with available resources and services.
Workshops will be delivered in partnership with community organizations, municipalities, service groups, and other local leaders.
Workplace Mental Health Education
Many men spend a significant portion of their lives at work, making workplaces an important setting for mental health promotion.
The Men’s Mental Health Network works with employers and organizations across Newfoundland and Labrador to provide mental health education tailored to male-populated industries and workplaces.
These presentations help employees and leaders recognize signs of mental health concerns, reduce stigma in workplace culture, build supportive environments, and understand available resources and pathways to help.
Get Involved
Whether you are looking for support, interested in participating in programming, or want to bring a workshop to your workplace or community, we want to hear from you.
This project welcomes collaboration with:
Together, we can build a culture where men feel informed, connected, supported, and empowered to take care of their mental health.
To learn more about the Men’s Mental Health Network or to discuss collaboration opportunities, contact Nathan at CMHA-NL.
Nathan Jenkins
Men’s Mental Health Program Coordinator
A Certified Canadian Counsellor, Nathan Jenkins has worked in the mental health field for the past three years, supporting individuals in building resilience, developing healthy coping strategies, and improving their overall well-being.
Passionate about men’s mental health, Nathan recognizes the unique challenges many men face when it comes to seeking support and navigating stigma. Through the Men’s Mental Health Network, he is committed to increasing access to mental health education, fostering meaningful conversations, and helping men develop the skills and confidence needed to support their mental wellness.
In his role, Nathan works with individuals, workplaces, community organizations, and partners across Newfoundland and Labrador to promote mental health literacy, reduce stigma, and strengthen community connections.
Outside of work, Nathan enjoys exploring hiking trails with his two dogs, spending time outdoors, and gathering around the table with friends for a game of Dungeons & Dragons.
Men’s Mental Health Network is generously funded by Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
