National Men’s Rights Working Forum

(Exploring Practical Solutions to Male Issues)

from 18:00 Friday 28th October to 17:00 Sunday 30th October 2016 (Bath)

The aims of the Forum are (i) to identify activities that would eradicate male inequalities, (ii) to build a national network of male activists based upon social interaction between, and personal knowledge of, individual members, and, (iii) to help the Men’s Movement project a more professional public and political front.

  • Anyone who is concerned with the neglect of male issues, and wishes them to be addressed, is encouraged to attend and make a contribution. This is your opportunity to help eradicate the inequalities experienced by men and boys
  • The issues to be addressed will partly be defined by your input - see the attached list of subject areas
  • Although this is an actively participating Forum, rather than a conference of lectures, those who are new to the Movement will be very welcome to attend. It presents an opportunity to learn, network and participate where/when they feel able….to feel comfortable in a community of like-minded men.
  • Times: 18:00 to 22:00 Friday 28th (greeting/social); 9:30 - 18:00 Saturday 29th; 9:30 - 17:00 Sunday 30th October 2016
  • Venue : The city of BathFee : £20.00
  • This event is being organised by ManDate, an umbrella group concerned with all male inequalities
  • This is a non-profit event.

What to do now

  • Register your interest with Swayne O’Pie by emailing mailto: and copy to .
  • Also email your choice of the top six areas of interest using the attached list. This is your chance to influence the areas to be addressed in the Working Forum and your own involvement.
  • You will then be contacted with regard to payment
  • Please state clearly if you wish your name and details to be held in confidence.
  • Accommodation and travel advice will be offered if requested.

Pick-List of Areas to be Addressed in the Working Forum

Please label these 1, 2, 3...6 to indicate your top six areas in order of preference

-Divorced fathers and paternal grandparents: Facilitate joint action between the various groups, countering Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS)…etc

-School Education: Men in teaching: research why men drop out of the training; How to rescue boys from indoctrination?; Develop alternative education options (home schooling?); Interface with Campaign for Real Education (maybe)

-Universities: Promotion of men's groups in universities; countering anti-male NUS

-Domestic Abuse: Monitor Feminism’s continued use of this as an anti-male ‘weapon’, assist Mankind Initiative…etc

-False Allegations: Campaign for anonymity for the accused (rape/domestic abuse) unless found guilty…etc

-Internet Communications: Provision of videos, "internet radio", etc., promulgating the MHRM perspective on current issues

-Street Demonstrations: How to make these effective / organising same

-Recruiting, Funding and Talks Service: Informing/educating the wider public of male issues. Talks in schools and universities. Ideas for fundraising …etc

-A ‘Minister for Men’ : This could be a primarycampaigning issue, providing a context in which to raise all MHRM issues. The way forward…?

-Male Genital Mutilation: Assistance to other groups campaigning for same including J4MB, interface with USA groups

-Male Contraception: Men need to take control of their own fertility

-Marriage and Divorce: Making young men aware of the dangers of marriageunder the prevailing conditions, MGTOW…

-J4MB: Assistance to this Political Party addressing MHRM issues

-Shaming Feminists in Powerful Positions: Flagrant bias of the feminist establishment should be challenged

-Anti-Misandry Group: Monitor ads, TV, films, etc; Raise mass complaint campaigns

-Legal Group: Attain expertise in relevant laws (2010 Equality Act, Sexual Assault laws, etc); Advise on openings to deploy 2010 Act to our benefit; Identify friendly lawyers (any pro bono?)

-Other Issues: If your principal concern is not listed, suggest your own idea

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