MEDIA ROOM

What

Movember is the only global charity focused soley on men's health.

Since 2003, we’ve empowered millions of men and women to join the global men’s health movement. Through the moustaches grown, the connections created, and the conversations generated, we've raised $839 million to fund 1,250 breakthrough men’s health projects in 20 countries.

When

The seed of an idea first sprouted over a few beers in Melbourne 2003, when two friends challenged each other to grow a moustache for the duration of November. Recruiting the support of 30 loyal friends, together they experienced a month of inquisitive conversation as a result of their newly acquired facial hair, and the power of the Mo as a conversation starter and awareness raiser was realized. This year, Movember will mark its 15th year in Canada.

A detailed history of the early years is contained in this Hairy Tale.

We want to help men live happier, healthier, longer lives through investing in three key areas: mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

Why

We want to help men live happier, healthier, longer lives through investing in these key areas: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.

Prostate and Testicular Cancer:

We invest in research and health services that contribute to less men dying from prostate and testicular cancer and to improve the quality of life for those that live with the disease, both physically and mentally.

Mental Health and Suicide Prevention:

Mental health is an integral part of health. We invest in programs that help men and boys stay mentally healthy. In Canada, we invest in health services that will focus on community-level prevention programs to improve mental health.