Men's Journeys is a publication of MACHS, ( Men Accessing Community and Health Services) and is committed to improving and highlighting men and boys physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual well being issues within the community.
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One hundred and thirty
nine people recently attended the Common Ground Men's Health and Well
Being Conference at the Seaford Ecumenical Centre, Seaford on April 19/20th.
Over sixty percent of participants were members from the local community,
with the remaining forty percent being drawn from community services agencies,
government departments and other organisations.
Conference format
Key health and well being issues impacting on the lives of men from all
ages, cultures and backgrounds were identified as a result of a community
survey carried out with men during 2000. Men Accessing Community and Health
Services, MACHS, the conference convenors, then developed a two-day highly
interactive program which included workshops, plenary sessions, the 100
word project, social BBQ activity, launch of the prostate awareness kit,
key note address, the Common Ground men's singers and related activities
that highlighted men's health and well being from a community perspective.
Community sponsorship
A key feature of the conference was securing medium levels of sponsorship
in support of providing minimal and where possible free registration to
conference participants who are low income earners otherwise unable to
attend.
First Men's conference
in the region since 1986
The last major conference to be held on men's issues and services in the
local region was convened by Noarlunga Health Services, NHS on the 7/8th
March 1986.
Noarlunga Health Services were also a major sponsor for the Common Ground
conference. Four of the original participants from the 1986 NHS seminar
also attended the Common Ground conference at Seaford.
Men Accessing Community and Health Services wishes to thank all involved!
MACHS
Committee and Conference volunteers
In the back row: Peter Lodewikus, Tony Fogarty, David Kelly, Sean
Rosewarne, Les Page, Monika Baker, Craig Clifford (lighting/sound man)
and Colin Burns,
Front row:
Ross Simons, Malcolm Ellis, John Gordon, Jules Van Kekem, Peter
Tregilgas, Gaynor Hallows, Vicky Rowland and Philip Crouch
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Contributions
Men's Journeys welcomes your ideas, poems, stories, personal experiences,
calendar events listing, and content comments. The focus of this publication
is aimed towards exploring the physical, mental, social and spiritual
well being of men and boys. Contributions can made via postal mail; electronically
E-mail (rich text format); or mailing a 3.5 floppy disk. Alternately provide
telephone details to Philip Crouch on (08) 8381-9408.
Content disclaimer
The views expressed in the Men's Journeys publications do not necessarily
reflect those held by MACHS, it's members, supporters, editorial team
or other contributors.
Men's Journeys is published in good faith and makes no apology for raising
issues that stimulate discussion and action towards improving the health
and well being of all men and boys in the community. Further, no guarantee
is made of the accuracy of information as presented in contributing articles.
Next Issue: September 2001. Contributions/copy deadline 28th August.
The conference convening committee under the stewardship of Peter Tregilgas from the Adelaide Central Mission, would like to take this opportunity of extending our sincere appreciation to all major sponsors of the Common Ground Men's Conference. Without their financial, material, in-kind and community based support this event would not have been made possible. In particular:
· The Seaford
Ecumenical Mission
· Adelaide Central Mission
· Anglicare SA
· City of Onkaparinga Council
· Noarlunga Health Services
· Healthy Cities Noarlunga Inc
Sincere appreciation
to all speakers, presenters, activities support and volunteers.
We would also like to formally acknowledge the professional and personal
contributions of our key note speaker, Associate Professor Gary Dowsett,
Mayor Ray Gilbert, Robert Brokenshire MP, John Hill MP, and other invited
important guest speakers.
The professional approach facilitated by all workshop presenters will be a hard act to follow at future community events that focus on men's issues. A special thanks to Mark Thompson and Russell for the excellent BBQ, comedy, also our conference 'scribes', administration and social activities support. Bernice Elford for catering, the women and men conference volunteers for their time, energy, and commitment to this important community event.
Content
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Men's Issues now firmly on the agenda
2. Editorial information
3. Collaborative agency support
4. Machs conference recommendations
5. Male Singer - Sean's story
6. Men who sing, play and sit in groups
7. Men's Journey Group
8 .
Gay men's Issues - Les's story
9. My Journey to Maturity -Anonymous
10. Mental Health- Panangga
11. Aberfoyle Uniting Chruch - Men's In the New Millennium
Conference
12. Parenting and fatherhood - Jim Walker
13. 100 Word Project - Corey's story
14. Collaborative agency statement
15. MACHS Planning outcomes 2001
16. Men's Resources and Activities
17. Men's Resources - Support groups
Editors:
Philip Crouch
Mick Piotto
Graham Richards
Colin Burns
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At the time of developing this publication a comprehensive report is being formally drafted which highlights key workshop recommendations. This report will be made available sometime during July. The preliminary information below reflects the current key points as identified through the conference proceedings.
- Signed collaborative statement of support from five key agencies
- 100 word men's
project to be exhibited in the wider community,
- Broader commitment
and development of resources which provide social spaces for men to
meet informally - to actively develop community,
- Continued support for 'The Men's Place' project,
- Community responses that provide continued opportunities for men to address key issues including: men and domestic violence, parenting and fatherhood, grief andloss, gender health, men's support groups,
- Broader collaborative approaches towards recognising holistically the physical, social, spiritual, emotional, well being of all men in the community, where MACHS can be used as a central reference point,
- Formal monitoring of all services/activities for men in the southern regional area of Adelaide,
- Incorporation of MACHS to meet community responses of men and boy's health and well being needs,
Common Ground Male Singers
Our sincere appreciation for the commitment to this event.
David Thelander, Roger Gillison, Sean Rosewarne, Jim Walker (guitar), Jules Van Kekem, David Kelly,
David Kelly, Roy Farinola, Philip Crouch and Malcolm Elllis
One man's experience. Sean asked the question?
Abbreviated version - with permission" Have you really got about 8 blokes prepared to sing in front of an audience?' So I declined, quite happy to leave it at that - but some other choir members were not going to let me off that easily. They said 'It will be a laugh', and 'come on, it's for a good cause.'
So, I joined saying, 'I won't be able to make every rehearsal' - to which they said 'oh, that's ok.' 'I'm not a very good singer.' - 'Neither are we.' You could say I got conned into it, but I don't regret even one second of it.
It was fantastic to meet such a great group of guys, most of which weren't that much better than me, even a few that were probably worse. Some of the rehearsals were a little tough, going over one verse time and again until we got it right, and some songs I had never even heard of before.
At the conference it was not a perfect performance, there were the usual hiccups - people forgetting lines, coming in too early or too late, but overall it was pretty good. Anyway we received some good reports from the audience, and many thought it showed courage and determination that we managed to bring it together so well."
- Sean Rosewarne
Common Ground Male Singers Meet AgainFfollowing on from the Common Ground conference in April 2001, singing rehearsals begin again.
This group will be meeting
every fortnight on a Monday night from 7:00 - 8:30 PM commencing June 18th
at Elizabeth House, 112 Elizabeth Road, Christie Downs.
We welcome men of all ages, cultures and backgrounds whether experienced, or just 'shower singers' to join this small informal group who enjoy the experience of singing a wide variety of songs. For more information please contact:
Jules Van Kekem (08) 8325-8100
Roger Gillison (08) 8278-8019
Philip Crouch (08) 8325-8100
Email:machsmen@senet.com.au
Cost, $1.00 donation.
Men for centuries have been acting about, singing, telling jokes and yarns, and playing musical instruments as a reflection of their lives. These activities often reflected the journeys they have taken - and may still be on.
If you have ever wanted to be involved creatively in a small informal amateur theatre group which reflects the real issues that face men of all ages, cultures and backgrounds every day of their lives then why not come along and develop your talents further. This group will meet fortnightly on a Monday night commencing 2nd July from 8:30 - 9:30 PM at Elizabeth House 112 Elizabeth Road, Christie Downs. At this stage we intend to present a one only public performance on 23rd November 2001. Cost $1.00 donation. For further details contact:
Leslie Page 0402-948-074
Philip Crouch (08) 8381-9408.
Email: machsmen@senet.com.au.
Real men don't cry...
What a load of shit
Of course real men cry
Real men are those that face their feelings
Take responsibility for them
Deal with them appropriatelyReal men don't take it out on the rest of the world
Get pissed of at everyone
Hurt the ones they love
Real men care, respect, have compassion and love.
Many men experience social, physical, mental and intellectual isolation on a daily basis. There is nothing wrong with these feelings or experiences as they are a part of all our lives. However there is something you can do about changing the sense of isolation by participating in these groups with other men.Men's Journeys is a new social support and informal discussion, group for men of all ages, cultures and backgrounds.This group will be meeting
fortnightly on a Monday night from 7:00 to 9:30 PM commencing June 25th
at Elizabeth House, 112 Elizabeth Road, Christie Downs. Cost, $1.00 donation.
Love Cake
Take one shady tree
One small seat
Two hands well clasped
Four lips well pressed
Mix well together
And serve two hours after dark!For further details contact:
Malcolm Ellis (08) 8326-5588
Philip Crouch (08) 8381-8408Email: machsmen@senet.com.au
Web: http://au.oocities.com/machsmen.
One man's experiences.
" We always hear about men's health issues such as prostate cancer, aids and other conditions, but never much about men's sexuality like bi sexual or gay issues. I'm a very proud gay men with a partner of 29 wonderful years where we have shared love and compassion for one another.
Questions that are often asked by people about gay men include:
1. What is like to be a gay man?
2. Can you have a meaningful relationship with someone of the same gender?
3. Can you have a long term relationship?
4. Can you be happy
5. Are services available for gay and bi sexual men? (Yes)
6. What about aids? ( If not sure use protection or ask someone who is informed about health matters,
7. Can you live a "normal life"? (Yes you can)
8. What do people say about me personally? (Who really cares)
9. Can I really be myself?
10. How do I fit in with general society?The above questions are just a few frequently asked by both men and women. Some people also ask about the Spiritual side of life? In reply, I usually inform people that my partner and I are members of the Metropolitan Community Church which is a church open to everyone - with a special ministry for the lesbian, gay, bi, and transsexual community. For a more detailed listing of gay services see "the Blaze" a newspaper which serves the gay, lesbian, bi and transsexual community which is published fortnightly and can be obtained from all good newsagencies or bookstores. "
- LeslieA thought for the day!
We create our own feelings by the thoughts we choose to think,
We have the ability to make different choices and create different experiences.
" I was once a middle class citizen with a steady full time job and an average wage. I had a three bedroom home with a wife and two children. My tea was always on the table at six o'clock and I had a cut lunch and thermos during the day. However, after 20 years service I became retrenched because of new technology. This meant my life had to change. I have been unemployed and this is a difficult issue in anyone's language.
The next step was a divorce and this can be painful for everybody. I do not see my two children but I hope they are in good hands. I have tried a de facto relationship, but with life's ups and downs I have always come back to square one again. When it all boils down to it the most important thing is number one.
Prostitutes can be helpful as long as you use them and they do not use you. There are certain rules, ethics, and policies that go with the profession and sometimes you have to learn these steps the hard way without being bitter. However, lets look on the bright side and I now have a disability support pension and I can just live and survive."
- Anonymous
Are you looking for somewhere to go during the week, then try the Panangga Activity Drop-In Centre located at 64 Elgin Avenue, Christies Beach SA. The Centre is open from Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 PM, excluding public holidays.
Apart from the activities, the pool table, and reading the daily newspaper, I think the main attraction is a cheap lunch. The cost can vary from one to two dollars. To assist with catering, lunches should be ordered by 11.30 am each morning. Coffee or soup is only twenty cents per cup. Spring water is free from the dispenser.
The Panangga Centre is staffed and managed by the Schizophrenia Fellowship of SA Inc; and focus on people suffering from any Mental Disability. The building itself is owned by the State Government. One of the mains aims for establishing the Panangga Centre is to assist people with social rehabilitation.
You can catch a bus from Noarlunga Centre, a 723 or 733 which runs along Dyson Road Christies Beach and you will need to get of at bus stop 66.
If you need more information or a guided tour of Panangga telephone 8382-5588 during office hours and speak to Kathy or Yvonne.
- Graham D Richards
On Saturday 6th May 2001 over sixty men from across Adelaide got together at the Aberfoyle Uniting Church, Aberfoyle Park to hear well known speaker Rowland Croucher explore issues facing men today. Rowland spoke on a range of issues including:
- · Men the second most confused Group in our culture (Teenagers first)
- · Masculine Spirituality
- · Why Can't A Woman Be More Like A Man
There was plenty of time for discussion, telling our stories, learning how to be a real man and communicate. Gaynor Hallows from the Adelaide Central Mission gave a special presentation on Domestic Violence and what men can do to bring about change in this area. Gaynor also shared with us some outcomes from the Domestic Violence workshop given at the Common Ground conference in April.
Overall the Men in the New Millennium conference was well received and the feedback has been encouraging. If you know a man that attended you may have already noticed the difference.
- Robert Humble
Coordinator of Ucount Support Services Inc (08) 8370-6472
The following information has been drawn from extracts of an unpublished paper developed by Jim Walker, a co-facilitator at the recent Common Ground Men's conference held at the SEM Centre in April 2001. The workshop content reflects a cross section of opinions and thoughts of a diverse group of men from the local community and drawn from personal experiences of being a dad.
What has being a father taught you?
- how to survive with less sleep,
- Surviving on less money,
- To be scared,
- How to enjoy life and bring out
to bring the child in men.What challenges do you face as a father?
- Being a better dad than my dad was
- How do I find time for my partner
- What will the future hold and how can I help my child be ready to deal with the world
What do you enjoy most about being a father?
- Unconditional love from my children
- Watching my daughter breathe when she is asleep, a sense of peace
Extracts from the conference draft statement on Fatherhood...
The Common Ground conference acknowledges the important and significant role that fathers play in the lives of their children.Fathers are:
- increasingly willing to take their responsibilities seriously in relation to raising, nurturing, caring for, and loving their children.
- are committed to building respectful relations with their children and their children's mothers to do what is in the best of their children.
The City of Onkaparinga in collaboration with The Adelaide Central Mission, Healthy Cities Noarlunga, Noarlunga Health Services, Men Accessing Community Health Services (MACHS) and the City of Onkaparinga, wishes to invite visual artists and photographers to make a unique visual contribution to the 100 words project.
One hundred words is a project that has discovered from local men what it means to be a man living and working in the Onkaparinga region. Men from different backgrounds have reflected on their lives and shared their thoughts and feelings in brief, written statements of up to one hundred words.
" Being an Aboriginal man is a struggle at times. We are faced with many issues in our day- to- day life. I think these issues stems from historical trauma and cultural differences of the past. One main issue is the problem of Racism. Direct and indirect racism is a barrier to gaining self-respect and respect from others. Racism destroys the confidence of Aboriginal men and for some, this makes them feel there is no other option other than to be the typical stereotype "Aboriginal".
" The cycle/ process of helping Aboriginal men through their problems and issues is a
difficult task. In particular for Non Indigenous people and agencies, they are faced with: cultural barriers and differences and their own attitudes and these can be difficult to overcome."
- Corey
One of the key outcomes for the Common Ground Men's Conference held on April 19/20th 2001 at the SEM Centre, Grand Boulevard, Seaford SA was an agreed 'heads of agencies' statement of collaboration. This important historical social document was signed on behalf of five key community sector agencies that deliver services in the southern regional area of metropolitan Adelaide, and Men Accessing Community and Health Services, MACHS.
Participant signatories:
- Adelaide Central Mission Sue Park, CEO,
- Anglicare SA Simon Schrapel, Executive Manager, Family and Community Development
- City of Onkaparinga Services Beth Davidson-Park, GM,
- Healthy Cities Noarlunga Inc Vicky Rowland, Vice chair,
- Noarlunga Health Services Richard Hicks, Director CAHS
We, the undersigned agree to adopt a collaborative approach in the provision of programs and projects that address the health and welfare needs of men and encourage them to participate fully in community life. Our shared commitment will enable men and their families within the Onkaparinga region to access health, welfare and community development programs based on the best available knowledge, skills and experience.This commitment will be to work together towards making the Onkaparinga region a leader in the provision of targeted services for men. We will support the development of partnerships that use the strengths, skills and expertise of those individuals and organisations within the region who provide and support targeted programs for men. We will support the activities of MACHS (Men Accessing Community and Health Services) in its efforts to build a strong, community-based coalition for the development of men's services.
We will strive towards a coordinated and collaborative response to the development of men's services that encourages respect for diversity, personal responsibility and accountability and participation.
Following a public meeting on the 17/12/1998 at the Noarlunga Health Village auditorium, later the formation of MACHS in 1999, and more recently the outcome of the Common Ground Men's conference, the committee has initiated the necessary processes for becoming an incorporated body. On June 1st a formal planning day attended by the committee and interested members of the community outlined proposed activities for the next 12 months. Briefly these include the following:
- Incorporation of a board of management/committee,
- Implementation of key recommendations from the Common Ground conference,
- Strategic plan/key objectives to be developed in July-August,
- Men's Journeys community publication, / Maintaining the Web Site http://au.oocities.com/machsmen,
- Common Ground Male Singers,
- Common Ground Theatre Group
- Men's Journeys Open Support Group,
- Development of a range of policies/objectives towards establishing 'The Men's Place as a resource/contact centre south,
- Social enterprise initiatives towards accessing funding sources,
- Continued support of collaborative projects with other agencies that highlight community issues impacting holistically on men's well being,
- Support for the 100 word community project
- Participant in a proposed SA State Men's Conference.
On behalf of MACHS we would sincerely like to thank the following committee members for their valuable support and energy over the past 3 years:
Gaynor Hallows, and Monika Baker.More recently social work students, Jim Walker Sean Rosewarne and Colin Burns.
MACHS meetings are held on a regular monthly basis and if you would like attend these open meetings, participate in project activities, or otherwise contribute toward our goals and objectives then please contact
Jules Van Kekem (08) 8-8381-9408 or Vicky Rowland (08) 8329-1700 for more information.
E-mail: machsmen@senet.com.auPostal correspondence address, MACHS PO Box 769, Noarlunga Centre SA 5168.
Use the Men's Journeys to have your say in the community.
We want your poems, stories, thoughts and ideas on the issues that impact on men & boys health & well being today.
This is an opportunity to share with other men in the community was has impacted on your life; you can write as much as you like or as little - it's up to you.
If you prefer to state your thoughts, ideas, comments over the phone then please ring Philip Crouch on (08) 8381-9408
or E-mail: on philip.crouch@senet.com.au
We welcome your thoughts, ideas, contributions or poems, letters to the editor, articles, which can assist this publication in raising the level of awareness of men & boys health & well being.
Future publications of Men's Journeys will feature and include constructive and open comment on the issues raised earlier.
We welcome letters to the editor, community information or organisation's calendar events, articles of 50 -100 words, poems, short stories, and more formal submissions which address the social, political, spiritual, educational, & general health & well being of men & boys in the community. All correspondence should be forwarded no later than 20th November 2000 using any of the following:
-Typewritten,
-Rich text file, rtf format
-Floppy disks,
Disclaimer-The views expressed in the Men's Journeys publications do not necessarily reflect the views of MACHS, it's members and supporters, editorial team or other contributors. No guarantee is made of the accuracy of information as presented in contributing articles. Men's Journeys is published in good faith and makes no apology for raising issues which stimulates discussion and action towards improving the health & well being of all men & boys in the community.
Dads at Home Social Group - Woodcroft Neighbourhood Centre
A new social group for Dads will be holding regular weekly meetings at the Woodcroft Neighbourhood Centre, 175 Bains Rd, Woodcroft commencing Tuesday 26th June 2001.The meeting starts at 10.00 am and concludes at 12.00 am with lunch. Creche places will need to be booked prior to these informal meetings.
For more details on this innovative group contact the organiser Dean Marshall on (08) 8322 7203,
or Email: Mailmarshall@aol.com.
Mentoring Program for young boys in the South
A southern area multi agency project initiative is being developed by Southern CAMHS 118 Main South Road, Morphett Vale. An initial meeting is being held on Wednesday 4th July at 3:00 pm at CAMHS for comments, ideas, suggestions or recording your interest contactTony Colhoun (08) 8326-1234 or E-mail: helen.hoskin@adelaide.on.net
Older Men's Group
An older men's (60 +) social and discussion group has been established in the southern area and meets regularly at the Hackham West Community Sports and Social Club from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm on a Wednesday morning.Currently the group has enough members attending but will be considering running another older men's group.
For more information, and to put your name down on the list please contact
Lifestyle Choices, Christies Beach on (08) 8382-1999. Email:coral@ach.org.au
Separated Men's Group
A monthly meeting for men experiencing recent separation is being held at 'The Courthouse' Anglicare SA, Family Centre South, 1 William Street, Morphett Vale on the first Monday of each month from 7 - 9:00 PM.For more information contact Darian (08) 8305-9259
NAPCAN- National Child Protection Week 2nd September 2001
The central theme for this event is " Being a father is the most important job you'll ever do". Noarlunga Health Services, NHS is interested in developing a collaborative agency/community project for the southern area.An informal meeting has been organised for Friday 6th July 2:30 pm at the "Health Village. Alexander Kelly Drive Noarlunga Centre. For further details contact Mick Piotto (08) 8384-9266, or NAPCAN (08) 8232-8304 Email: napcansa@aol.com.
Real Men Do Cook and Healthy Men Programs
A program aimed at men who have to provide meals for themselves or their families is a free program facilitated by Doug Ranson from the Noarlunga Health Services. The "Gutsy Men" program is another health activity designed for men who want to feel better and get rid of some surplus fat around the middle.Contact Doug on (08) 8384-9266 for more details.
SA Pathways for Men - State Conference, 2002
A state conference is being planned by a group of combined agencies, organizations, groups and individuals to present a focused comprehensive 3 day men's health and wellbeing conference early in 2002.The inaugeral meeting is being held in Room 4, Torrens Building, 220 Victoria Square, Adelaide commencing 6:00 pm finishing 8:30 pm . (pizza's at seven).
Contact Philip Crouch (08) 8381-9408, philip.crouch@senet.com.au, or Brenton Hales (08) 8212-0331, misc@picknowl.com.au.
Adelaide Men's Convention
On Saturday 20th October 2001 the AMC ministries will be presenting a range of speakers at a convention in Adelaide for the purposes of 'providing a means for a wide cross-section of Christian men to gain spiritual food and encouragement'.For more details of this event contact Alan Bailey (08) 8272-5606. E-mail: amconv@chariot.net.au.
Web site http://www.chariot.net.au/~amconv.
Blokes and Baguettes - Effective Living Centre, ELC, Wayville
This lunch time seminar program for men covers practical issues facing 21st century man. It is for all men - married, partnered, separated, single. There are also other men's programs being developed (and previously successfully completed) by Tony Rogers at the Effective Living Centre, 26 King William Road, Wayville.Contact Tony Rogers or Belinda Redman on (08) 8271-0329. Email: elcentre@hotmail.com.
Men's Journeying Weekend - Workshop and Retreat, September 21/23rd
Come and join us for a weekend of men reconnecting with themselves and each other. During the weekend we will explore our stories as men, re-evaluate our experiences and look towards ways of renewing our lives. Experienced facilitators Seamus Baker and Peter Ellis from Centacare will present this weekend at Blue Gums, Ironbank Conference Centre.For details on this and other men's /women's programs/activities contact Seamus or Peter on (08) 8210-8200.
Email: petere@centacare.org.au.
Steve Biddulph - Noarlunga Theatre, Monday 25th June
Steve Biddulph Australian psychologist, author of "Manhood" and "Raising Boys" , and a major contributor to men's issues in Australia will be presenting an evening of 'Where to for Men?Tickets are $15.00 single/$25.00 a double.
Contact the Playgroup Association of SA on (08) 8346-2722. Email playgroup@senet.com.au.
Mars Project at Centacare
Mars newsletter, men's program activities, workshops and counselling issues. A focus of this project is in assisting men to develop new visions for the future.Contact Peter Ellis or Seamus Baker at Centacare (08) 8210-8200.
Men Engaging Neways - Educational Men's Groups Facilitator Manual
A grass roots community development program with accompanying video instructions for facilitating Men's Health and Well Being groups. Core programs include Communicaton Filters, Intimacy, Men and Violence, Spirituality, and Male Mentoring. Contact the author/program director Grahame 'Bonny' Gibson on 0418-842-619
ggibson@senet.com.au Web site: http:// www.users.senet.com.au/~ggibson.Gay Men's Health and Information Services, Noarlunga. For more details about this new service contact Matthias Wentzlaff- Eggebert from the Aids Council of SA on (08) 8362-1617
Hackham Men's Support Group & Men's Network Breakfast
is an activity of the Hackham West Community Centre, Warsaw Road, Hackham West SA.Meetings are held on Tuesdays from 12.30 - 2.30pm and involve informal discussion on men's issues.
For further information contact Tim Deslandes on (08) 8186-4177
The Southern Community Project Group Inc. "The Shed"
is located at 268 Beach Road, Hackham West SA. Part of this group's activities involves providing access to 'hands-on' training for men in the community who want to learn woodwork & metal work skills, facilitated by volunteers.For more information contact Jack Ellis or Jack Bonner on (08) 8386-2187
Goodwood Men's Shed Support Group
This group has been established for over five years and meets weekly at the Goodwood Community Centre, Rosa Street, Goodwood. Topic issues are presented and there is plenty of room for informal discussion and socialising.Contact Jim (08) 8295-3840, Fraser (08) 8177-1051
THE MEN'S INFORMATION AND SUPPORT CENTRE, MISC,
Is located on the first floor, Torrens Building, 220 Victoria Square, Adelaide SA. The centre provides a broad range of services for men and boys, including counselling, an extensive database, and other male resource information.
For further information contact Brenton or Peter on (08) 8212-0331,
E-mail: misc@picknowl.com.au . Web site on http://www.mens-centre.netGay Men's Health and Information Services, Noarlunga.
A new weekly group for gay men of all ages is being at the Noralunga Health Village.
For more details about this new service contact the coordinator Matthias Wentzlaff- Eggebert from the Aids Council of SA on (08) 8362-1617
SOUTHERN MEN'S GROUP MEETS AT THE ELEANORA CENTRE, KALITZ COURT, NOARLUNGA DOWNS
on Wednesday nights at 7.00 PM. For further information contact
Mike Parton (08) 8326-1255.THE GOODWOOD MEN'S SHED SUPPORT GROUP MEETS ON TUESDAY NIGHTS.
This group has been established for over five years and meets weekly at the Goodwood Community Centre, Rosa Street, Goodwood. Varied men's topic issues are presented regularly and there is plenty of room for informal discussion and socialising. Contact Gregory Goodluck (08) 8357-8015, Jim (08) 8295-3840, Fraser (08) 8177-1051.
Email: good0040@hotmail.comHACKHAM MEN'S SUPPORT GROUP
is an activity of the Hackham West Community Centre, Warsaw Road, Hackham West SA. Meetings are held on Tuesdays from 12.30 - 2.30pm and involve informal discussion on men's issues.Hackham West Men's Network Breakfast is held on the 2nd Monday of each month from 9:00 am - 12:00 am at 286 Beach Rd, Hackham West. For further information on the support group and breakfast contact
Greg Moore or Tim Deslandes on
(08) 8186-4177THE SOUTHERN COMMUNITY PROJECT GROUP INC "SHED"
IS located at 268 Beach Road, Hackham West SA. Part of this group's activities involves providing access to 'hands-on' training for men in the community who want to learn woodwork and metal work skills, facilitated by volunteers. For more information contact Jack Ellis or Jack Bonner on (08) 8386-2187
MEN'S HEALTH AND WELL BEING ASSOCIATION OF SA, MHWBASA
This group represents men's organisations and groups in South Australia, and is part of the national association of MHWBA. For more information contact Peter Curran
(08) 8296-4357.
MEN ACCESSING COMMUNITY AND HEALTH SERVICES, MACHS -
MEN'S PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
Common Ground Male Singers - 1st and 3rd Monday of each month 7 - 8:15 PM
Common Ground Theatre - !st and 3rd Monday of each month 8:30 - 9:30 PM
Men's Journeys Group - 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 7 - 9:30 PMVenue for these activities is Elizabeth House, 112 Elizabeth Road, Christie Downs.
For more details and information sheet contact Malcolm Ellis (08) 8326-5588, Jules Van Kekem (08) 8325-8100 or Philip Crouch (08) 8381-9408.
Email: machsmen@senet.com.au
Men Engaging Neways
A health and Well Being program for men and boys.
Graham Bonny Gibson
http://users.senet.com.au/~ggibson/Pathways to Manhood
Focuses on fathers sons, mentors, , rites of passage, ritual.
http://www.hutch.com.au/~gprice/ptm.htmlNational association of Mens Health and Well Being Organisations
Currently under development June 2001.
http://www.menshealthandwellbeing.org.au/Centre for Advancement of Men's Health Research
Health promotion, men and boys rural programs. Victoria, Bernard J Denner,
Email: man@mannet.com.au
http://www.mannet.com.auMen's Information and Resource Centre
Adelaide. Data base, contact information on men's services,
http://www.mens-centre.netAustralian New Zealand Men's Leadership Gathering
Peer men's workers, educators, linkages to men's issues in Australia.
See ANZMLG Web Site and list rules:
http//: www.peerleadership.com.au/anzmlg
What we can do for you!
List your organisation's activities, special events, group meetings, write letters to the editor, develop a 100-200 word story, poem, special feature or just give us your thoughts on issues which impact on men and boys health and well being issues today. See page 2 editorial information for details.What you can do for MACHS
We are looking for a condensed selection of computer graphic images, clips, that positively highlight images of men, boys, activities, group scenes. These are needed for promotional flyers, posters, and publication materials.Contact Men's Journeys Editor
Philip Crouch
(08) 8381-9408
Email: machsmen@senet.com.au
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Thank you for reading the Men's Journeys Publication. We hope that you have found it interesting, informative and representative of men and boy's health and well being issues as these could be experienced in your community. We welcome your letters, comments, ideas, group or organization events, poems and constructive input. If you know of other people who would like to receive this publication on line please forward this document.
