The Men's Development Network

The Men's Development Network Better Lives for Men, Better Lives for All MEN'S DEVELOPMENT NETWORK IS A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE.

Men’s Development Network is an Irish non-profit organisation headquartered in Waterford City with the key focus on being leaders in promoting change and equality within society. Under the mission statement “Better Lives for Men, Better Lives for All,” the Men’s Development Network works with men on various levels including one-to-one, developmental, parenting, behaviour change group work, trainin

g, phoneline support and awareness raising. This work is carried out through our funded projects including Men’s Development Programme, Men’s Health Programme, MEND Domestic Violence Intervention Programme, Male Advice Line, and Men’s Counselling Service. CRO NUMBER: 307175 | CHY NUMBER: 13634 | RCN NUMBER: 20042974

MDN complies with The Governance Code for the Community, Voluntary and Charitable Sector of Ireland.

03/06/2026

Men's Health Week begins on Monday 15th June, and we're kicking it off with a free webinar, 12–1pm, exploring this year's theme: One Step at a Time – progress not perfection.
A range of speakers will share their insights and experience, bringing together perspectives from poetry, business, mental health advocacy, and health services.
ISL interpretation provided throughout.

👉 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BHM8-3lhRLGxxPMTFw0eLA

Sometimes we don't text a friend because we think, "I haven't spoken to them in months, it might look strange," or "They...
03/06/2026

Sometimes we don't text a friend because we think, "I haven't spoken to them in months, it might look strange," or "They're probably too busy."

But truth is, getting an unexpected text from a friend just asking how things are is one of the best feelings. It breaks isolation and reminds us we belong to a community that cares.

You don't need a massive life update or an excuse to reach out. Just two cups of coffee, a quick message, and a genuine check-in.

Who came to mind when you saw this? Don't overthink it, send them that quick text right now.

SAVE this post to serve as your digital sticky-note for the days you need a reminder to step out of the busy routine and connect.

Learn more about our men's health and wellbeing programmes at www.mensnetwork.ie

Join us at the start of Men’s Health Week for a webinar, Monday 15th June, 12pm – 1pm, to hear from a range of speakers ...
02/06/2026

Join us at the start of Men’s Health Week for a webinar,
Monday 15th June, 12pm – 1pm, to hear from a range of speakers who will share their insights and experience on the key theme for the week, One Step at a Time – progress not perfection.

Guest speakers include:

- Poet and Mental Health Advocate, Daragh Fleming
- Broadcaster and Entrepreneur, Bobby Kerr
- Founder of the innovative 'Be OK Garage’ promoting mental health, Dave Smith
- Social Prescriber and Screening Champion, Lewis Byrne
- HSE Project Manager, Bláthín Casey

To support accessibility, an Irish Sign Language (ISL) interpreter will be present for the full duration of the webinar.

Register through the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BHM8-3lhRLGxxPMTFw0eLA #/registration to attend.

GET READY! Men’s Health Week is coming (15th–21st June), and this year it’s all about taking care of ourselves and each ...
01/06/2026

GET READY! Men’s Health Week is coming (15th–21st June), and this year it’s all about taking care of ourselves and each other, . 👣

To celebrate, the Men’s Development Network is inviting men across Waterford to get active and connect. We’re heading down to the parkrun on Saturday, 20th June! Whether you want to walk it, jog it, run it, or just come along for a chat and a cup of tea afterwards - every step counts. https://www.parkrun.ie

👉 For details on how we support men’s health and wellbeing across Ireland, visit our website: https://mensnetwork.ie/

Snippets from Rio de Janeiro! 🇧🇷✨Our Head of Programmes, Dr. Kenny Doyle, is officially on the ground at the first MenCa...
29/05/2026

Snippets from Rio de Janeiro! 🇧🇷✨

Our Head of Programmes, Dr. Kenny Doyle, is officially on the ground at the first MenCare Global Changemaker Summit, collaborating with over 100 leaders from 40+ countries.

The sessions are already driving critical conversations around shifting mindsets and tackling global challenges. Swipe to see some of the key topics being discussed, from addressing tech-enabled harms to redefining "Caring Manhood" within our cities and communities.

We are incredibly proud to be part of this global movement led by and to build solutions, shift norms, and create a more caring world.

Stay tuned as we continue to bring you more updates from the journey!

👉 Learn more at changemakers.equimundo.org

The sun is out and the days are bright! ☀️ Perfect time for a 'Walk and Talk'.Side-by-side conversations can make it a l...
28/05/2026

The sun is out and the days are bright! ☀️

Perfect time for a 'Walk and Talk'.

Side-by-side conversations can make it a lot easier to talk about the heavy stuff. Text a friend today and head out for a stroll.

🔗 www.mensnetwork.ie

Our Head of Programmes, Dr.Kenny Doyle is delighted be part of the MenCare Changemaker Journey, led by and in Rio de J...
27/05/2026

Our Head of Programmes, Dr.Kenny Doyle is delighted be part of the MenCare Changemaker Journey, led by and in Rio de Janeiro

Alongside 100 leaders from over 40 countries, he will be heading to the first MenCare Global Changemaker Summit in Rio, to help advance caring, connected masculinities and gender equality

This is a global effort to build solutions, shift norms, and create a more caring world. Stay tuned over the next few days for more updates!

Learn more at and

Take a quick second for yourself and swipe through for 5 simple ways to protect yourself from burnout today. 💙📌 Hit sav...
26/05/2026

Take a quick second for yourself and swipe through for 5 simple ways to protect yourself from burnout today. 💙

📌 Hit save so you can look back at these when you're having a hectic week.
🔄 Share this to your story - you might just give a colleague or friend the exact reminder they need today.

We’re always here if you need a chat. Explore our resources at mensnetwork.ie

Time to clear the cache in your brain. 🧠Today, challenge yourself to a 10-minute walk with zero distractions. No phone, ...
25/05/2026

Time to clear the cache in your brain. 🧠

Today, challenge yourself to a 10-minute walk with zero distractions.

No phone, no podcasts, no music. Just you, your thoughts, and the open road.

The doomscroll can wait. Your mental health can't. 🥾🏃‍♂️

👉Check out more at www.mensnetwork.ie

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49 O'Connell Street
Waterford
X91E866

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Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm

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+35351844260

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