Movember 2019
The Movember Foundation began in 2003 by Travis Garone and Luke Slattery in Melbourne, https://us.movember.com/about/history
An idea to bring back the fashion of mustache evolved into a movement to raise awareness around men’s health, prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention in men.
From its start as a two-man operation, the nonprofit has grown into a global movement. What started as a movement of 30 Mo Brothers in 2003 who took the challenge, has gone viral and inspired support from millions of Mo Bros and Mo Sisters around the world. The movement though by far has been rewarding but, it also comes with its own challenges. Setting a trend is one thing, but to keep the enthusiasm and interest of people going and growing is another.
Growing moustache may have been the trend the movement began with, but, with time, it is important to remember the cause behind it and do whatever it takes to keep the men in our lives safe and healthy. The future of healthcare, everyday issues lies in constant research and meeting the health goals for a safe and brighter future. You may think your effort is too small for making any impact, but remember, every drop counts in an ocean.
Razor brand Billie has launched its latest campaign for Movember, celebrating the fact that “women have moustaches too”, https://us.movember.com/team/2349411
How can you participate towards this movement in Canada? Our top five picks, but, remember they are just our picks, your every bit goes a long way in saving our men and future:
- https://ca.movember.com/about/foundation
- https://www.prostatecancer.ca/Get-Involved/Events/Movember-(1)
- There are restaurants like The Canadian Brewhouse where you can have fun and participate in the movement https://thecanadianbrewhouse.com/about/
- In case, you are in Calgary this Saturday, you would not want to miss another Just for Laughs Comedy night. The website mentions, Just For Laughs is proud to be associated with Movember Canada. One dollar, less applicable taxes, from every ticket sold to Just For Laughs Comedy Night in Canada will be donated to Movember Canada to support men’s health. https://artscommons.ca/whats-on/2019/comedy-night-in-canada/
- Toronto Maple leafs and NHL are partnering with Movember Canada to raise awareness and funds to support this movement.
So, what’s stopping you? Go ahead, arrange a walk or run in your neighborhood or maybe a small fundraiser get together, or how about a potluck in your office – all to show and support that we care for the Men in our life!
