A day for men and boys.
International Men’s Day comes to Sri Lanka on 19 November. Join us as a partner, speaker or supporter.
19 November 2026
Venue and programme announced soon.
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The 2026 theme
The Future Is Everyone.
Men and women do best when they work together.
Lifting up women and girls matters, and boys and men need the same attention and support. The 2026 theme says the future belongs to everyone, and that supporting one group takes nothing from the other. Read more →
What International Men’s Day means
Every 19 November, International Men’s Day turns attention to the health and wellbeing of men and boys, the value of positive role models, and the problems too many of them carry alone.
It was founded by Dr Jerome Teelucksingh of Trinidad and Tobago. IMD Sri Lanka brings that conversation home: to schools, workplaces, clinics and families.
Three days, one purpose.
31 January
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Men and Boys
Recognising the violence men and boys experience, and where they can find support.
16 May
World Day of the Boy Child
Putting the education, safety and development of boys on the agenda.
19 November
International Men’s Day
Our main day each year, with talks, workshops and community activity.
What we focus on.
Six areas shape everything we plan.
Physical health
Check-ups, screening and talking about symptoms sooner.
Mental wellbeing
Making it normal for men to ask for help.
Fatherhood and family
Backing men in their role as fathers and carers.
Boys’ development
Education, mentoring and healthy ideas of manhood for boys.
Safety
Recognising violence against men and boys, and where to turn.
Positive role models
Celebrating men who show up for their communities.
Read and share.
Practical articles on men’s health, fatherhood and supporting each other.
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Explainer
What is International Men’s Day?
Where it began, the six pillars, the 2026 theme, and what the evidence says.
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Health
Why men put off talking about their health
Why men wait, what the evidence shows in Sri Lanka, and small steps to start.
Read article 9 min -
Support
How to talk to a man who is struggling
A practical guide: when to ask, what to say, how to listen, and when to get help.
Read article 9 min
Partner with us.
Put your organisation behind the men and boys of Sri Lanka. Partnerships are shaped with each partner.
Founding partner
- Named as lead partner of the 19 November event
- Your logo on this site and on all event material
- A speaking slot and a wellbeing session for your team
Programme partner
- Back a talk, workshop or panel
- Your logo and a thank you on the day
Community partner
- Offer a venue, food, printing or media support
- Recognised on this site
Chris Murray, Sri Lanka Ambassador
Chris is a cognitive hypnotherapist, speaker and the author of The Confidence Reset. Based in Galle, he is the appointed Sri Lanka Ambassador for International Men’s Day, named by its founder, Dr Jerome Teelucksingh.
The ambassadorship is a voluntary role. If you would like Chris to speak to your school, workplace or community, get in touch below.
Talk to us.
Partners, speakers, venues and volunteers: tell us how you would like to help.