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ABandofBrothers Cornwall We mentor men aged 18-25 offering rites of passage, community and brotherhood. Changing lives, one connection at a time.

abandofbrothers is a charity established by men committed to positive social change through personal development and community building. The organisation was born out of concern at the continuing escalation of self-destructive and anti-social behaviour among young men from every section of society, together with the realisation that any meaningful and sustainable solution entails the reclamation of shared local responsibility
Central to all of our programmes are experiences that have come to be termed “rites of passage.” Through this context we harness the integral goodwill of local adult men by providing them with a powerful training that develops mentoring skills, emotional intelligence and enhances authenticity and confidence. This in turn empowers these men to provide a rites of passage training and ongoing mentorship to the young men of their community. The mentors hail from very varied walks of life and currently include local businessmen, tradesmen, film makers, actors and even Chief Executive of a large public company. They act as role models for local young men who are experiencing difficult life situations and provide them with acknowledgement, challenge and a whole range of other coaching and support, both personal and practical, to enable them to turn their lives around. By bringing generations of men together to collaborate in a meaningful and common purpose, Abandofbrothers acts as a catalyst for creating social capital at a local level. We work in partnership with community leaders, local authorities, educationalists, health professionals and all service providers who are seeking an effective way to engage and marshal the energy of male youth.

Brilliant programme about our work on Radio 4 today, featuring the wisdom of Mid-Cornwall man David Harland, our Nationa...
08/10/2026

Brilliant programme about our work on Radio 4 today, featuring the wisdom of Mid-Cornwall man David Harland, our National chair of Trustees.

What happens when a group of men gather to share their most vulnerable feelings?

Great to be featured in this programme on Thursday at 1.45pm
06/10/2026

Great to be featured in this programme on Thursday at 1.45pm

What happens when a group of men gather to share their most vulnerable feelings?

Great day so far down Falmouth docks BalaenaOn an outreach event for mental health and wellbeing great turn out and we l...
28/09/2026

Great day so far down Falmouth docks Balaena
On an outreach event for mental health and wellbeing great turn out and we look forward to hearing from our potential sign ups ready to take action in their community

12/09/2026

Well done to our brothers in Sussex for speaking so well about the valuable work that we do in ABandOfBrothers and thank you BBC Sussex for the great coverage.

To find out more about our work in Cornwall and contact your local community, head over to https://abandofbrothers.org.uk/communities and select your nearest ABandOfBrothers location.

We are a charity which supports young men 18-25.I'm messaging to let you know that we are holding a short open session ...
10/09/2026

We are a charity which supports young men 18-25.
I'm messaging to let you know that we are holding a short open session for men who are interested in finding out about the charity
ABandOfBrothers and what might be involved in training to mentor young men.
The session is also open to men who have recently signed up to work with the charity(MIT) and to referrers or potential referrers ( any gender)
There will be a chance to meet a couple of experienced mentors and some young men who have been through our programme.
Details:-
Wednesday 16th September.
5.30pm-6.30pm
Sea Cadets Hall
Commercial Road
Penryn TR10 8AR

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Award-winning UK charity offering mentoring for young men aged 18-25, transformational weekend quests, weekly community circles, and volunteer opportunities for mentors across the UK.

Thank you Cornwall Community Foundation for mentioning us amongst such a fantastic list of groups and organisations.
10/09/2026

Thank you Cornwall Community Foundation for mentioning us amongst such a fantastic list of groups and organisations.

Today, on Su***de Prevention Day, we’re shining a light on the incredible organisations across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly working every day to prevent su***de, support those affected by su***de, improve mental health and make sure no one has to face things alone.

Su***de rates in Cornwall are 46% higher than England overall (Vital Signs 2025). A shocking statistic that has unfortunately affected so many of us. We are proud to be supporting groups across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly who are working to change this.

From creating safe spaces to talk, to providing peer support, building connection and helping people find their way through difficult times, these organisations are making a real difference in communities across the duchy.

These are just a handful of groups we’ve had the privilege of supporting over the years:

💛 Georgia's Voice Supporting Young Women's Mental Health creates safe, confidential spaces for young women aged 18–25, helping them feel heard, supported and less alone. (pictured)

💛 ABandofBrothers Cornwall brings men together through mentoring and community, helping young men build connection, belonging and purpose.

💛 Sunrise Cornwall CIC supports people affected by su***de, helping those living with the ripple effects of loss to find connection, hope and healing.

💛 Penhaligons Friends provides specialist bereavement support for children and young people across Cornwall, including those affected by the death of someone through su***de.

💛 Cornwall Mind provides vital mental health and wellbeing support across Cornwall, including support for people bereaved by su***de and programmes focused on resilience and prevention.

💛 The Sparkle Foundation UK is working to support men who are lonely, isolated or struggling with their mental health (Steve’s Legacy).

Today, and every day, let’s keep talking and listening.

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. In Cornwall, you can call NHS 111 and select option 2 for 24/7 mental health support. You can also call Samaritans on 116 123, free, day or night. If someone’s life is at immediate risk, call 999.

The world is a better place with you in it 💛

Would you like to find out about mentoring or being mentored by ABandOfBrothers Cornwall? Come to an open mens evening a...
04/09/2026

Would you like to find out about mentoring or being mentored by ABandOfBrothers Cornwall?
Come to an open mens evening at The Core building next to St Ives Community Orchard https://www.stivesorchard.co.uk/ last monday of each month. It starts at 7:30pm.

You'll hear about what it's like being a mentor, the positive impact it has on young men's lives, and about our powerful rites of passage weekends. All men welcome. From aged 18 onwards.

Buses 11, 7A, 16, 16A, 19 and 55 stop nearby. Parking is nearby at St John's in the Field Churchyard, Parc-an-Stamps - look out for the sign to it.

A tranquil space that encompasses 30 acres of beautiful, open-access, green space at the top of St Ives planted for the benefit of wildlife and the community. A wildlife haven encouraging biodiversity, where people can socialise, work, learn, play, relax and enjoy the fruits of their labour.

28/08/2026

I'm messaging to let you know that we are holding a short open session for men who are interested in finding out about the charity
ABandOfBrothers and what might be involved in training to mentor young men.
The session is also open to men who have recently signed up to work with the charity(MIT)
There will be a chance to meet a couple of experienced mentors and some young men who have been through our programme.
Details:-
Wednesday 16th September.
5.30pm-6.30pm
Sea Cadets Hall
Comercial Road
Penryn TR10 8AR
Plan for the session:-
Welcome
Confidentiality
Introduction to ABandOfBrothers
Personal Check in
Q&A
Check out
RSVP

Last week, ABandOfBrothers spent a sunny morning at Leach Pottery in St Ives.We learned about the history of Bernard Lea...
18/08/2026

Last week, ABandOfBrothers spent a sunny morning at Leach Pottery in St Ives.

We learned about the history of Bernard Leach and the pottery before getting our hands on the clay and making our own tea bowls. Working together in the garden, we had the chance to learn something new, get creative and simply enjoy being together.

Building a community isn't just about the mentoring, or the Wednesday nights. It's about the experiences we share, the things we learn together and the connections we build along the way.

We had a brilliant time at Leach Pottery, hopefully the first of many more.

Would you like to find out about mentoring in ABandOfBrothers Cornwall? Come to an open evening at The Core building nex...
17/07/2026

Would you like to find out about mentoring in ABandOfBrothers Cornwall?
Come to an open evening at The Core building next to St Ives Community Orchard https://www.stivesorchard.co.uk/ this coming Monday (July 20). It starts at 7pm.

You'll hear about what it's like being a mentor, the positive impact it has on young men's lives, and about our powerful rites of passage weekends. All adults welcome - men and women.

Buses 11, 7A, 16, 16A, 19 and 55 stop nearby. Parking is nearby at St John's in the Field Churchyard, Parc-an-Stamps - look out for the sign to it.

A tranquil space that encompasses 30 acres of beautiful, open-access, green space at the top of St Ives planted for the benefit of wildlife and the community. A wildlife haven encouraging biodiversity, where people can socialise, work, learn, play, relax and enjoy the fruits of their labour.

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