Ready Friends Befriending Forum

Wednesday 22 April 2026
Men’s Loneliness and Social Isolation

“Men’s loneliness is misunderstood, and the solution isn’t just about social contact. Men’s mental health is well established as having a distinct character, with notions of masculinity often said to be at the root of the problem.” King’s College, London.

Feedback from previous Befriending Forums highlights an interest in exploring the experience of men facing loneliness and social isolation. Local groups will be sharing what they offer local men, why it’s needed, how people can access it, and the impact it has.

It will be an opportunity for people to find out more about supporting clients and their carers, who are experiencing loneliness.

  • Together for Mental Wellbeing, Men’s MH service
  • Andy’s Man Club
  • Reading Men’s Sheds
  • Man V Fat
  • Men Walking and Talking

The programme will include more time for informal networking and an opportunity to share news, promote your service and find out about funding, events and training. Refreshments provided.

Please CLICK HERE to book.

Type of event
Meeting / Talk / Presentation
Event theme
Voluntary sector
Event date
22 April 2026
Start time
9:45
End time
13:00
Address line 1
RISC, 35 - 39 London Street
Town
Reading
Postcode
RG1 4PS
Wheelchair accessible?
Not specified

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