Students Champion Men’s Mental Health for Movember
This month, our Year 8 students at the Lower Academy have been taking part in Movember awareness activities, focusing on the importance of men’s mental and physical health.
Students used the Movember Schools resources to learn about key health issues affecting men and boys, and to encourage open conversations within the school community.
As part of the session, students designed thoughtful and eye-catching posters to display around the school. Their aim was to promote awareness, challenge stigma, and remind others that speaking up about health concerns, both mental and physical, is an important step in staying well.
Students shared why the message matters to them:
- “If you don’t talk about any health concerns you have, they could get worse – it’s important to speak to someone you trust.” Ollie.A
- “Men’s mental health matters, and we need to know about it.” Vlad.D
- “Mental health is important because it helps so many young people build the confidence to talk about their emotions.” Ayesah.T
Through their posters and discussions, Year 8 have helped spread a powerful message: talking about how you feel is a strength, and looking after your wellbeing should always be a priority.
