About Mantality Sandwell
In working-class, multicultural communities like Sandwell, the barriers can be even higher due to cultural expectations, financial stress, or lack of access to tailored support. Mantality Sandwell is more than just a mental health programme—it’s a movement for all men.
How MANTALITY
Can Help
Built by men, for men, Mantality Sandwell is a community-driven mental wellbeing initiative designed to support men from all walks of life. Whether you’re struggling, surviving, or simply seeking connection, you belong here.
We provide safe, inclusive, and culturally sensitive spaces where men can:
Build emotional resilience
Talk without judgment
Connect with others who understand
Access life-changing support
Reclaim their confidence and purpose
A Movement Built by Men, For Men
Men’s mental health is a silent crisis—one that affects families, communities, and society at large. For too long, men have been taught to “tough it out,” stay silent, or hide their pain. But the truth is:
Three out of four suicides
in the uk are all men
Men Over 50
have the highest suicide rate
Men are far less likely to seek help
for mental health issues compared to women.
key contributing factors are:
Social isolation, stigma, and emotional suppression
The Impact Goes
Beyond the Individual
When men struggle in silence, it doesn’t just affect them—it impacts families, friendships, workplaces, and communities. Unaddressed mental health issues can lead to:
Breakdown in relationships
Poor physical health
Job loss or financial instability
Increased risk of substance misuse or self-harm
What We Offer
At Mantality Sandwell, we deliver regular, engaging wellbeing activities focused on connection, movement, and mindset.
Badminton Sessions
Get active, meet new people, and clear your head with fun, low-pressure badminton sessions.
Where?
West Bromwich Leisure Centre Place for People
When?
Fortnightly
Who?
Open to all men
40+ Football
Come together through the power of sport. Reignite your love of the game, stay active, and build friendships in a relaxed, supportive setting.
Where?
Wednesbury Pulse Leisure Centre
When?
Fortnightly
Who?
Men aged 40 and above
Chat & Catch
Sessions
Whether you’re ready to talk or just need a safe space to be, Chat & Catch helps break down barriers, reduce isolation, and create genuine, meaningful connections. No pressure. No judgement. Just real conversations.
Chat & Catch is one of the most powerful tools in our programme. These informal sessions offer a relaxed space for men to:
Chat openly
about whatever’s on their mind
Catch up
with others going through similar experiences
Share stories
and advice, or just sit and listen
Where?
Community venues and casual settings (coffee shops, parks, local centres)
When?
Regularly scheduled – check our calendar
Who?
Open to all men
Delivered
Where You Are
Our aim is to be where men already are, making support natural, approachable, and easy to access.
Get in Touch we are here to support
We run sessions in familiar, trusted locations across Sandwell, including:
Leisure centres
Community hubs
Parks and green spaces
Local cafés
community rooms
Why It Works
Our approach is grounded in lived experience and local connection. Here’s what sets Mantality Sandwell apart:
Cultural sensitivity
we reflect the diversity of Sandwell
Peer-led support
real talk with real men
Local partnerships
working with trusted organisations, gyms, barbers, and businesses
No pressure, no judgment
just space to be yourself
Built by men, for men
we understand what works because we’ve lived it
Get Involved
Whether you want to join a session, become a community volunteer, or just have a chat—Mantality Sandwell is here for you.
