MOVEMBER KICKS OFF THEIR 2024 CAMPAIGN: The Mustache is Calling
Los Angeles, Nov. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov 1, 2024
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MOVEMBER KICKS OFF THEIR 2024 CAMPAIGN:
The Mustache is Calling
Los Angeles, Calif. – The hairy month has arrived, and Movember is excited to be kicking off its 21st campaign to help shine a light on some of the most pressing health issues facing men today - mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. Come Mo 1 (the day formerly known as November 1st), the Iconic Mustache will once again sprout up to start life-saving conversations about men’s health.
And it couldn't be more timely, as American men continue to face significant health challenges. They have shorter life expectancies and higher rates of premature death compared to women and are more likely to die by suicide, to engage in high-risk behaviors such as substance misuse, and to experience social isolation. Men often have poorer health literacy than women, which makes them less likely to seek preventative healthcare when they need it. Collectively, these factors contribute to a culture of poor physical and mental health among boys and men.
The reasons behind these health disparities are complex and multifaceted – socioeconomics, access to healthcare, race, and sexuality, all play a role. But the problem isn’t insurmountable. Movember is committed to tackling these issues head-on with proactive health initiatives that empower men to take charge of their health and seek support when needed. As one of the largest non-governmental investors in men’s health programs globally, Movember is uniquely positioned to lead the charge - and we have been.
If you trace back the leaps in men’s health over the last two decades, chances are, Movember played a part. Like getting more men talking more about their mental health, or funding breakthrough tests and treatments for prostate cancer, which have now become the gold standard of care. It happened thanks to Movember’s society of movers, growers and party-throwers coming together, growing together, and uniting under the belief that healthier men lead to a healthier world.
Funds raised during the hairy month of Movember (and all year round) go towards innovative men’s health research and world-class interventions that seek to address men’s health issues and improve outcomes. Here is some of the ground-breaking work we have funded this year:
- Movember invests $100 million in the new ‘Movember Men’s Health Institute’
- Movember: LuPSMA shows promise as first-line treatment for prostate cancer: A Peter Mac study, part-funded by Movember, leads to a break-through in the treatment of early-stage prostate cancer.
- Movember pledges AUD $59.5 million to improving the health and well-being of Indigenous men around the world
- Movember invests $750,000 into Laureus Sport for Good programs in Chicago and New York City. Movember’s funding will focus on breaking down barriers to sports participation in underserved communities, establishing pathways for youth to engage in sporting environments more easily. The initiative is designed to enhance mental health outcomes and equip American youth with essential skills to navigate challenges during their formative years.
- Movember-funded project tackles suicide among US firefighters
- Movember-funded testicular cancer project hits another milestone
- Making Connections initiative aimed at improving mental health and wellbeing for men and boys in the US. Movember is partnering with community-based coalitions that work with either Men and Boys of Color, or military service members, veterans, and their families.
Getting involved is easy. Sign up at Movember.com or download the Movember app. Choose to Grow, Move, Host or Mo Your Own Way and start raising funds and awareness for men’s health.
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED THIS MOVEMBER
| GROW: A Mustache. It’s our hairy ribbon. At the beginning of the month, grab the razor and shave down clean. Grow your mustache for the next 30 days and wear it proudly. | |
| MOVE: Commit to moving 60mi over the month. That’s 60mi for the 60 men we lose to suicide each hour, every hour across the world. Run, walk, join a team or do it solo – just get out there and get active. | |
| HOST A Mo-ment: Rally a crew and do something fun. Hosting is all about having a good time for a good cause. And you can always put a virtual spin on your plans. | |
| MO YOUR OWN WAY: Whether it’s a grueling test of physical endurance or a not-so-sweaty pledge to kick a bad habit, you choose your adventure and run with it. Take a hike, run a relay, ride your motorcycle from New York to Los Angeles. Get creative, push your limits and inspire donations with sheer grit. | |
| Donate: Donate directly to Movember or to a fantastic Movember member campaign. |
Why do we do it again?
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Campaign imagery is available for download here.
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About Movember
Twenty-one years ago, a bristly idea was born in Melbourne Australia, igniting a movement that would transcend borders and change the face of men's health forever. The movement, known as Movember, united people from all walks of life - sparking billions of important conversations, raising vital funds, and shattering the silence surrounding men's health issues. Since 2003, this trailblazing charity has shaken up men’s health research and transformed the way that health services reach and support men.
Our passionate community of global Mo's have raised over USD 1 billion for men’s health, funding more than 1,300 projects worldwide. This includes some of the largest global prostate cancer registries, driven by the real-life experiences of hundreds of thousands of men. Since expanding into mental health and suicide prevention in 2006, Movember has highlighted the need for stronger social connections, early recognition of mental health issues, and better support for men in distress. Their goal is to ensure men know how to address mental health challenges and that their support networks are ready to step in when needed.
Movember is committed to driving innovative research, cutting-edge treatments, and healthy behaviors while championing inclusive, gender-responsive healthcare tailored to diverse needs. Our vision is to break down health barriers, eliminate stigma, and ensure everyone has an equal chance at a long, healthy life. By advancing men’s health, we aim to create a ripple effect that positively impacts women, families, and society as a whole. To learn more, please visit Movember.com.
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