International Men’s Day: 5 Facts You Need to Know About Notable Occasion

• International Men’s Day, celebrated on November 19, honors the contributions of men and boys to society while addressing the challenges they face
• Founded in 1999 by Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh, this global event promotes positive masculinity and gender equality through various activities and themes like “Positive Male Role Models” for 2024
• The day complements International Women’s Day by fostering a balanced recognition of both genders’ roles in families, workplaces, and communities

International Men’s Day is celebrated annually on November 19 to honor the contributions of men and boys to society, while also addressing the challenges they face.

Here are five key facts about this notable occasion:

Reql facts about International men’s day. Photo credit: Barwick via Getty ImagesSource: Getty Images

Origins and Founder

International Men’s Day was founded in 1999 by Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh from Trinidad and Tobago.

He chose November 19 to honour his father’s birthday and acknowledge the broader contributions of men in various roles.

Global Reach

The day is now celebrated in over 80 countries worldwide, including the UK, USA, Australia, and India.

It has grown into a global movement, promoting positive masculinity and gender equality.

Annual Themes

Each year, International Men’s Day focuses on a specific theme to raise awareness about crucial issues.

The theme for 2024 is “Positive Male Role Models,” emphasizing the importance of addressing physical, mental, and emotional well-being among men.

Celebrations and Activities

The day is marked by various events such as health check-up camps, workshops, seminars, community events, and family gatherings.

These activities aim to encourage men to prioritize their health and well-being while breaking societal stereotypes around masculinity.

Complementary to International Women’s Day

International Men’s Day complements International Women’s Day by fostering gender balance and recognizing the roles men play in families, workplaces, and communities.

It advocates for a more inclusive and compassionate society that values everyone’s contributions.

International Day of the Girl Child Support

Meanwhile, TheTalk.NG earlier reported that on International Day of the Girl Child, TheTalk.NG joined the rest of the world to lend a voice to the protection of the rights of the girl-child.

For TheTalk.NG, this means ensuring equality through education; and for this to happen, girls must be properly equipped with menstrual care facilities to stay in school with their male counterparts.

Source: TheTalk.NG

13 Killed in Benue as Suspected Herdsmen Attack Azege Settlement, Leaving Trail of Destruction

Suspected herdsmen launched a deadly attack on the Azege settlement in Benue State, killing thirteen people and causing widespread destruction of farmlands The incident, confirmed by Hon. Benjamin Uzenda, involved heavily armed assailants who targeted residents early Sunday morning As the community grapples with the aftermath, security agencies are intensifying efforts to bring the perpetrators ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

Akwa Ibom Launches Investigation into Boarding Facilities After Viral Video Shows Unpalatable Meals

The Akwa Ibom State government has launched an investigation into the boarding facilities in public schools after a viral video The principal of the school, Dr. Nse Sunday Umoh, has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation, which will also review other boarding secondary schools across the state Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Idongesit Etiebet, ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

N70K Minimum Wage Payment: NLC Arm of Top Northern State Declares Strike Over Delay, Details Emerge

TheTalk.NG journalist, Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, has over 9 years of experience covering public affairs and governance. Dutse, Jigawa state – The Jigawa state chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its members to embark on an indefinite strike following the state government’s failure to implement the approved N70,000 minimum wage. In a circular ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

Bishop Kukah Mentions 2 Nigerian Leaders Who Found Themselves in Power by Accident

Catholic Archbishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, criticized Nigerian leadership, describing past and present leaders, including President Bola Tinubu and Muhammadu Buhari, as unprepared and accidental He emphasized the need for knowledge-based governance, highlighting that many leaders assumed office without being fully prepared for the evolving demands of leadership Kukah’s remarks were made during ... Read more Continue reading here ▶

BREAKING: NLC Set to Declare Indefinite Strike Over Minimum Wage, Details Surface

In July 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved an increase in the minimum wage for Nigerian workers in Katsina and other states, from N30,000 to N70,000 However, the implementation by governors has been gradual, with some still yet to adopt the new minimum wage While a number of states have pledged to meet the N70,000 ... Read more Continue reading here ▶