MensCraft

16/10/2026

Last week, MensCraft hosted its first Fatherhood Conference online. 70 attendees tuned in to hear research insights, examples of positive practice and the experiences of fathers themselves as we asked: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗻, 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀?

We were proud to open the session with a new video which speaks to the value of the work we do and the bravery of the men who step into the space, ready and willing to do the work to become happier and healthier - for themselves and those around them.

Eternal gratitude to Max Leveridge at Narna media for his work on this, and to all those who gave their time and energy on the day.

https://youtu.be/shbLjMSGVcA?si=QeckL49WvQcToo-M

What happens when fathers get the right support at the right time?...

15/10/2026

BOOK NOW
Who Do We Trust?
Growing up in a world of misinformation, influence and AI
Norwich Cathedral | Thursday 12 November 2026 | 7pm – 8.30pm
2 for 1 early bird tickets until 17 October
https://mailchi.mp/0a765a60ad89/who-do-we-trust-early-bird

14/10/2026

Pit Stops brings men together through activities and conversation to build friendship, connection and a sense of belonging. Like a real pit stop, it’s about pausing, refuelling and getting back on the road feeling steadier.

Pit Stops are open to any man aged 18 or over, including those who are:
👉 Feeling stressed, isolated or lonely
👉 Going through changes at home, work or in relationships
👉 Looking for connection without pressure
👉 Not sure what they need, but know they don’t want to handle things alone

Everyone is welcome and you can participate at your own pace.

If you're in West Norfolk, why not join us for one of our friendly weekly sessions in Downham Market or King's Lynn?

13/10/2026

Join our team! The role involves collaboration and joint work with the HM Prison and Probation Service Norwich Safeguarding/Safety Team, Norfolk and Suffolk NHS FT, Prison and Probation officers, the Norfolk Liaison and Diversion service as well as other providers/services working in the prison and those working with individuals in the community across Norfolk.

The role will include identifying and implementing strategies to enable these individuals to overcome barriers and ultimately to exit patterns of su***de ideation, and to engage in meaningful activities and social connections. The coordinator will carry a caseload of clients and lead on on-going support and direction for clients through a casework management approach. This will involve either key working those clients directly or assisting in the coordination of support.

Hours will be flexible across 30 hours a week with an expectation that the job will involve some evening working.

Learn more and apply: https://menscraft.org.uk/who-we-are/work-with-us/

12/10/2026

Young people are growing up with unprecedented access to information, ideas and communities. Social media, online platforms and artificial intelligence offer extraordinary opportunities to learn, connect, create and participate in the world around them.

But navigating that world is becoming increasingly complex. Established sources of information compete with influencers and online communities; misinformation can be deliberately created and spread; algorithms can reinforce particular views; and the same spaces that provide connection and belonging can also contribute to division, pressure and harm.

Who Do We Trust? is a major public conversation at Norwich Cathedral featuring Chris Morris from Full Fact, Nicky Fairweather from Norwich Schooland Cody Sollows from MensCraft. Together, they will explore how young people are navigating this changing landscape and how they decide who and what to trust, how the online world shapes identity and belonging, and what it means for their relationships, mental health and wellbeing.

Bringing together journalism and fact-checking, education and safeguarding, youth work and young people's own experience, the conversation will look not only at the challenges, but at what works: how we can strengthen critical thinking, build resilience, create safer online experiences and give young people the confidence to question, participate and make informed choices.

Above all, it asks how young people and the adults around them can navigate this changing world with greater confidence, understanding and trust.

Book here 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/who-do-we-trust-tickets-2002803218340

This event is generously supported by Wraxalls: https://www.wraxalls.co.uk

09/10/2026

Lots going on this Autumn:
• A live discussion and Q&A about navigating online spaces with experts from Full Fact, Norwich School and MensCraft - BOOK NOW
• Neighbouring residents and businesses can find out more about what we do at our first ever Open Day - REGISTER
• We are leading a local Men's Health Strategy - FIND OUT MORE
👉 https://mailchi.mp/0d911d4ae3d3/newsletter-october-14216154 👈

29/09/2026

This is why we do it. A phone call might seem like a trivial thing to many of us, but it can make a tangible difference to someone who's struggling.

And to hear that creates a positive feedback loop between us and the men we work with.

Because there's nothing better than hearing that what you're doing is helping someone.

If you're in Norfolk & Waveney and struggling with issues around fatherhood, get in touch.

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28/09/2026

A joyful start to the week! Opened the absolutely gorgeous Mercers’ Company Annual Review to find our very own Colin Howey doing what he does best: leading and inspiring a group on a heritage walk.

The feature is on Positive Elders, a MensCraft project for men aged 55 and over designed to reduce loneliness and isolation while supporting men to navigate change with confidence. It is generously supported by The Earl of Northampton’s Charity (to which The Mercers’ Company is sole Trustee).

Positive Elders is rooted in evidence that social connection, purpose and belonging are key to maintaining mental and emotional wellbeing in later life - particularly for men, who are more likely to experience isolation following retirement, bereavement or changes in health.

16/09/2026

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗹𝗲 (𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻): (𝗦𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗸 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀) 𝗔 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗽.

"There is something rather satisfying about a room full of men who have come together to talk about the importance of connection, community and wellbeing - while simultaneously discussing power tools, making things and where to get a decent cup of tea."

Our Jonny's been getting about lately and he's written eloquently about two big events in the Shedder's year. Dive in below! 👇

👉 https://menscraft.org.uk/shedfest-norfolk-shed-mardle/ 👈

From a national gathering in Worcester to Norfolk’s own annual Shed Mardle at Blickling Hall, the Men’s and Community Sheds movement is continuing to grow – and there’s plenty to celebrate along the way.

16/09/2026

This is why we do it. This is why non-clinical, community-based support matters. Thanks to Josh in Cromer for sharing his experience.