Men’s Health Unlocked

About MHU

Men’s Health Unlocked (MHU) is a network supporting men’s health and wellbeing in Leeds.
Forum Central coordinates the network in partnership with Barca-Leeds, Orion Partnership (Space 2, Zest) and Touchstone.

We get funding from the National Lottery Community Fund.
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Our work

A lot of our work is about supporting YOUR work.

We run a number of activities around Leeds that aim to link men into services, activities and strategic decision making. We support organisations and individuals, host regular networking meetings and send newsletters.

To learn about the network, what we do and why we do it, please download our Guide to Men’s Health Unlocked.

Men’s Health Unlocked Vision and Aims

The vision of MHU is to better health and wellbeing for all men and boys in Leeds which will contribute to better outcomes for all.
Our aims are:
  1. Be a voice for men
  2. Be a voice for the sector
  3. Learn, share and promote good practice in men’s health
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Activities for Men
in Leeds

Let’s Unlock – What’s On for Men in Leeds
The Men’s Health Unlocked What’s On Listing is an online resource which provides information about support and social opportunities for Men in Leeds. Any organisation or group can add their own activity by completing the Men’s Health Unlocked directory form.

Network Meetings

We hold MHU meetings every two months on Zoom. For the dates and more details, e.g. Zoom link, agenda, etc, please contact Damian Dawtry.

Leeds Unlocked

Leeds Unlocked is a ‘Zine (mini magazine) by #leedsmen, for #leedsmen.

Keeping you informed on local groups and services, sharing inspiring stories and some handy advice. Space 2, which is part of the Orion Partnership, produces the Unlocked ‘Zine.

Information & Resources

21st Century Man Report
21st Century Man Teaching Pack
ABC Outreach with older men learning report
APPG Men & Boys Report on Male Suicide. A ‘male-positive’ approach
Engaging with Men to Improve their Health
Leeds Community Foundation Report Men’s Suicide Prevention Oct-2020
Leeds Suicide Audit 2019-2021
Leeds Suicide Audit
Lottery Working and Engaging with Men Snapshot
Male Victims of Coercive Control Presentation
Male Victims of Coercive Control Report
Men’s Suicide Prevention Grants Learning Event Handbook
Men’s Health Unlocked Report Nov 20-March 21
Samaritans Handbook for Men’s Wellbeing Services 2021
Scoping to support the development of a Safety of Men and Boys Strategy for West Yorkshire
The State of Men’s Health in Leeds Main Report
The State of Men’s Health in Leeds-Summary

Meet members of the Men’s Health Unlocked Network

MHU Latest News

  • New MindWell Resource for Men’s Mental Health

    MindWell Leeds has launched a new page dedicated to men’s mental health. The resource highlights some of the pressures that can affect men – from money worries and job stress, to loneliness, family dynamics and physical health. It also signposts to a wide range of support available locally. Support in Leeds includes: Men’s Health Unlocked […]
    September 24, 2025/
  • Men’s Health Unlocked – November Network Meeting

    The next Men’s Health Unlocked network meeting will take place on: Wednesday 5 November 2025 10:00am – 12:00pm Online via Zoom – Join the meeting here This is your chance to connect with colleagues across Leeds who are working to improve the health and wellbeing of men and boys. About Men’s Health Unlocked Men’s Health […]
    September 24, 2025/
  • National Men and Boys Awards 2025 – Nominations Now Open

    The National Men and Boys Awards are back for 2025 – and nominations are now open! These awards celebrate people and projects making a real difference to the health, wellbeing, and lives of men and boys across the UK. Award Categories Project of the Year – recognising projects that have made an extraordinary difference to […]
    September 24, 2025/
  • Men’s Health Unlocked Link Worker Vacancy

    Men’s Health Unlocked is recruiting for a Men’s Health Link Worker, who will work for Barca (West Leeds). The Men’s Health Unlocked (MHU) Partnership in Leeds consists of Barca Leeds, Forum Central, Touchstone, and Space 2. It is recognised nationally as a ground-breaking piece of work which aims to achieve better health and wellbeing outcomes […]
  • Three Podcasts Exploring Men’s Health in Leeds

    We’re sharing three recent podcasts that look at different aspects of men’s health, wellbeing, and connection – all with strong links to work happening in Leeds. Each episode features voices from the community, professionals, and projects aiming to support men’s mental and physical health. Chapel FM: Talking Men – Connection and CelebrationA recent live broadcast […]
  • Northern Man Festival 2025 #NMF25 – Review

    Connections made and celebrations had at NMF 2025 Across 18 vibrant events Northern Man Festival 2025 saw 3,500 attendees and countless valuable connections. Our huge thanks go out to every single person who attended and special gratitude to the National Lottery Partnerships Fund for their invaluable support. Thanks also to all those who put on […]

Contact MHU

If you’re looking for more information, get in touch with Damian Dawtry.
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