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Men’s Nation is a global network of men and men-centric organisations and gatherings.<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Discover events & gatherings near you \u2013<\/p>\n

or join us at one of our annual gatherings.<\/h3><\/div>

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Stand Shoulder to Shoulder<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

The Circle<\/h2><\/div>
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Where we begin and finish our Gathering. Standing in circle, in equality, as brothers and friends, hands on shoulders.<\/p>\n

At morning circles we \u2018check-in\u2019 to connect with the larger group and smaller circles are ideal to exchange ideas on alive current topics with many voices heard.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\"Life<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\"Circles\"<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Circles Near You<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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\"Sugar<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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“A chance to focus on the masculine, to share in a safe, non-judgemental space and enjoy men’s company.”<\/p>\n<\/div>

N.T.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Men’s Nation 2024<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\"Music<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Shows Near You<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Shine Your Light<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

Expression<\/h2><\/div>
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Every man has a story, or a song, or some beats, a performance of outstanding quality. The stage is set. Don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ll love it!<\/p>\n

Musicians, Performers, Poets, Dancers. This is an open space for anyone to come and share their talents.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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“The quality of the men attending… Many men who I could learn from and be inspired by. Great leadership from The Collective.”<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Menfest 2021<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Share Your Thoughts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

The Arrow<\/h2><\/div>
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The forum on healthy masculine, rites of passage, conscious sexuality, new economy, mentorship, present fatherhood, next steps…<\/p>\n

A space to explore the issues we face as men in todays world through deep dialogue and courageous conversation.<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Talks Near You<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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“The option of hiring accommodation was perfect! Without that it would have difficult to attend – all the way from Scotland!”<\/p>\n<\/div>

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MENFEST 2022<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Sessions Near You<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Land In Your Body<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

Embodiment<\/span><\/h2><\/div>
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Whether it\u2019s through yoga, martial arts or wrestling, ecstatic dance or contact improv, sound healing<\/span><\/span>\u00a0or walking meditation, clear your mind and let your body do the talking.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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“Perfect environment. Brilliant accommodation. Catering was exceptional! Extremely well organised.”<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Delve Into Emotion<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

Black Tent<\/h2><\/div>
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Authentic, brave and poignant conversations on the darker sides of us, looking at recognition, balance and support.\u00a0A safe and intimate place to work with shadow, breath and presence to explore grief, anger<\/span><\/span>, l<\/span><\/span>ove, death and life.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Workshops Nearby<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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“MenFest was a beautiful, magical, safe and loving space for me to enter and explore some aspects of my life that I was aware needed healing.”<\/p>\n<\/div>

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MenFest 2021<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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<\/span> Self Care<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span> <\/span><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\"Spa<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Treatments Nearby<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Shine Your Light<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

Spa & Healing<\/h2><\/div>
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Rest, relax, have expert treatment for those sore bones and aching muscles, to help promote a healthy mind \u2013 and body.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

A range of therapies including a myriad of bodywork techniques, breath work, flower essence and hypnotherapy<\/span><\/span>, Reiki<\/span><\/span>, Bowen Technique and many others.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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“That guitar player was indescribably talented. Please invite him back next year, as he really made my attendance blissful!”<\/p>\n<\/div>

D.R.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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