International Men’s Day: History, Facts & Insights

This is an in-depth look at all the must-know facts about International Men’s Day (2024) 🗓️ that no one tells you about. International Men’s Day is celebrated on November 19th.

Among the information you’ll find below: the history of International Men’s Day, activities to do on and how to observe this holiday, as well as cool facts you may want to know about International Men’s Day.

📅 What day is International Men’s Day 2024?

In 2024, International Men’s Day is on Sunday, November 19th. It is the 3rd Sunday in November; in 2024, it is Tuesday. There are until the next observance. You also can see all the exciting details and facts about November 19, 2023, that you might not be aware of.

📜 International Men’s Day History

In the early 1990s, Thomas Oaster, who was in charge of the Missouri Center for Men’s Studies, requested organizations in the United States, Australia, and Malta to hold small-scale activities for International Men’s Day in February. Oaster successfully organized similar events for two years, but the attendance for his 1995 effort was disappointing. Disheartened, he decided not to continue with the event. Australia followed suit and stopped celebrating, leaving Malta as the only country still observing International Men’s Day.

However, in 1999, Jerome Teelucksingh from the University of the West Indies revived the day in Trinidad and Tobago. Teelucksingh realized that while there was a day to honor fathers, there was no day to recognize men who did not have children or who were young boys or teenagers. He understood the importance of positive male role models, as his own father had been an excellent example for him. Teelucksingh chose November 19, which was both his father’s birthday and the day when a local soccer team had brought unity to his country in their efforts to qualify for the World Cup.

Since Teelucksingh’s revival, International Men’s Day has been used to promote positive aspects of male identity, aiming to show that men respond better to good role models rather than negative gender stereotypes. The purpose of the day is not to compete with International Women’s Day, but to highlight the importance of men’s physical and mental health, as well as positive masculinity.

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👍 Why Is International Men’s Day Important

The popular saying that “every day is International Men’s Day” has some truth to it, but not all men are honored equally. International Men’s Day serves as a reminder that there are many different types of men in the world, and they all need to be heard.

Men experience a lot of pressure in society, such as being expected to be providers and to avoid asking for help or communicating their thoughts. The goal of International Men’s Day is to confront these issues and redefine masculinity.

Gender equality is a great goal, and International Men’s Day reminds us to work even harder to build strong relationships between men and women.

🙂 How To Observe International Men’s Day

⚡ Check in with the men in your life
Creating strong bonds with men is an important goal, and it begins with taking small steps. Make an effort to reach out and see how your male family members and friends are doing. By fostering contentment within our own homes, we have already achieved a significant victory.

⚡ Donate to a men’s charity
There are multiple groups that are dedicated to supporting gay men in improving their lives. The Gay Men’s Health Crisis focuses on preventing the transmission of HIV/AIDS and assisting those affected by the disease to enhance their well-being and self-sufficiency. This organization also extends its support to heterosexual men, despite its name. The Sean Kimerling Testicular Cancer Foundation aims to raise awareness about testicular cancer and emphasizes the importance of self-examination. Lastly, the ManKind Initiative is committed to assisting men who have experienced abuse or harm from their partners in leaving those situations and finding healing.

⚡ Learn more about lesser known influential men
You should think about reading a book or watching a movie about an extraordinary individual who has had a lasting impact on the world. The Black American Experience tells the story of Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, a remarkable man who was the second person ever (and the first black person) to successfully perform open-heart surgery, and whose life continues to inspire. The Imitation Game is an intriguing and dramatic film that explores the life of Alan Turing, a brilliant individual who played a crucial role in the development of modern computers and contributed to the conclusion of World War II. Which influential figure piques your curiosity for further exploration?

📅 When is International Men’s Day?

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