Hayden is an Aboriginal man and a child of the Stolen Generation, which has caused life long mental health issues as a result of growing up isolated from his family and not understanding what was happening. He is an elder and an integral part of his local community where he advocates for the importance of “having a yarn” and sharing your story.Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help.This series of We Are Men is funded by the Country SA PHN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael moved from NZ to Australia at 15 and lived a very happy and successful life until it all came crashing down in a psychotic episode, and ended up detained in mental health institutions. He took the opportunity to get better, working with psychologists and medications and now works in the Integrated Mental Health In Patient Unit as a support worker. Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help.This series of We Are Men is funded by the Country SA PHN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean is a victim of child abuse which caused years of depression and suicide attempts. Living in a small country town he also feared revealing his true self as a gay man and took him many years to come out, but now, having sought help, out and proud, he works for Our Town Cummins where strongly advocates for male mental health in his community. Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help.This series of We Are Men is funded by the Country SA PHN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shane is an army veteran (1986-1991) who manages PTSD and anxiety dailey. He is an average Aussie bloke who believes talking about your problems is the best thing you can do. He is now an active volunteer with his local veterans community. Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help.This series of We Are Men is funded by the Country SA PHN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomas is an artist and Educator born and raised in Ngarrindjeri country (southern coast and deep Murray River country). After the suicide of a friend, he found himself without the tools to manage his depression and subsequent decline in mental health. Since reaching out for help, Thomas has embarked on a successful road to managing his mental health - a common theme he addresses in his art and music. Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help.This series of We Are Men is funded by the Country SA PHN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dwayne is a retired stonemason who’s childhood trauma went unaddressed until much later in life. After losing his ability to earn a living due to a work injury, Dwayne was finally forced to deal with his mental health issues so he could be a healthy and available father for his daughter. Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help.This series of We Are Men is funded by the Country SA PHN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blair is from Mowbray Park and manages the Mowbray Park Farmstay which has been in his wife’s family for 48 years. As well as being a Councillor on the Wollondilly Shire Council, Blair is also a volunteer firefighter with the RFS and is now the Senior Deputy Captain with the Lakesland Brigade. He is heavily involved with his local community and believes ‘Community is the essence of humanity’.Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John lives in Tahmoor in the Southern Highlands and was diagnosed with MS in his early 20s. He’s a proud Father, TAFE student and is the President of Douglas Park Little Athletics. He helped start up the Community Pantry at Bargo and strives to be an active member of his community.Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim is from Appin and is the President of the Appin Men’s Shed. Jim is a man of many talents and taught himself the harmonica, the ukulele and has now taken up the accordion. Jim is retired after a highly successful career and is actively involved in his Men’s Shed. Jim enjoys supporting and encouraging other like-minded men and bringing them together to encourage and support those who may be having a tough time.Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carl is the co-Founder of Docobites and Onlyhuman and the interviewer for the We Are Men project. Carl and his wife Epiphany travelled around the world capturing a video every day for the 365 docobites series earning them a Guinness World Record. After returning home the series aired nationally on the SBS2 and VICELAND networks. They have established Docobites as a creative video agency and focus on storytelling and its ability to bring people together.Local heroes, community leaders, the mate that lives across the road. In a bid to tackle male suicide and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, We Are Men is a community of real men talking about their real struggles. These men are opening up and discussing their mental health so other blokes can too, without the fear of shame or exclusion. It can be hard to ask for help but no man needs to struggle alone. Through our video stories, podcast, app (Onlyhuman) and highlighting of local services, we hope to encourage all men to chat about what they’re going through and seek help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.