Men Matter Scotland mental health charity

According to the NRS in 2023 there were 792 deaths by suicide in Scotland. Of the 792 people, 590 of them were male. Men Matter Scotland have a hub in Glasgow which helps encourage men to come in and feel comfortable to speak. It also allows them to relax through music, games, martial arts and days out at the weekend. The hub, the volunteers and the street teams all play a part to prevent men from taking their own life. As someone who has struggled with mental health in the past, I realise how important facilities like this are.

Myself and my brother are going to attempt to walk the West Highland Way within 2 days. This walk will not only test our physical health but our mental health also. We feel this epitomises the struggle men go through at some point, feeling alone with the destination seeming impossible to reach. We want to show that anything is possible with the right mindset. If you can, please spare some money to this great charity.

We never know if someone in our family or ourselves will need these guys for a coffee and a chat. Let's make sure the people and facilities are there should we do.