2026

2026

Theme: The Future Is Everyone

Around the globe, persons are preparing for Men’s Equality Month in November, and International Men’s Day on November 19.

  • When you finalize plans for an event, let us know in advance so we can list it below. Email the information to Henry Herrera at Henrykenneth452@gmail.com
  • After your event takes place, email a summary of your observance, including a URL link.
  • Please email us your summary by December 7, 2026.
  • Use our handout containing statistics supporting the 12 areas of Male Inequality.

Media

Regional Coordinators

The following individuals have agreed to serve as Regional Coordinators for Men’s Equality Month and International Men’s Day:

  • Belarus: Vitali Charapovich
  • Canada, Vancouver Island: Lynn Steinberg, PhD
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo: Toussaint Balu
  • Denmark: Torben Haugaard
  • Germany, Austria, and Switzerland: Max Schwarz
  • India, Maharashtra (Mumbai): Gaurav Satle
  • India, West Bengal: Nandini Bhattacharjee
  • Kenya: Florence Mwangi
  • Kenya: Michael Nyaga Gichunge
  • Netherlands: Jan ten Wolde
  • South Africa: Iona Beukes
  • Uganda: John Ssentamu
  • United States, Michigan: Jim Semerad
  • United States, New York (New York City): Varise Cooper
  • United States, South Carolina: Tammy S. Sullivan

Events already planned:

1. Australia:

  • November 22: An event will be held in Queensland.

2. Canada:

  • November 6-7: The International Families Alliance will host its 6th Men and Families Conference in Toronto, titled “Men’s and Boys’ Mental Health and Wellness: Advancing Knowledge to Action.” The conference will bring together researchers, practitioners, community organizations, and persons with lived experience to address issues affecting the mental health and wellbeing of men and boys. LINK
  • November 19: Voice of Men 360 will observe International Men’s Day 2026 with the theme “Men’s Mental Wellness in the Workplace.” The campaign will encourage employers and organizations to support men’s mental health through awareness, dialogue, community partnerships, and inclusive workplace practices. LINK.

3. Denmark:

  • The Liberal Alliance and Danish Folk Party will host the Danish Men’s Council’s presentation, “Men and Masculinity in a Feminized Society”

4. Germany

  • November 19: A coalition led by Max Schwarz will host a presentation with questions and answers regarding male role models.

5. United States:

  • November 18: A lobbying event will be held in Washington, DC. The meetings will address shared parenting and related issues.