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Supporting Men. 
Changing lives.

Started in 2023, we kicked off a global movement that uses the power of community and conversation to improve men's mental health. 

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Vision: help 1o million men  with their mental health by 2o3o

Our Core Initiatives

Join THE REAL's mission in improving men's mental health, globally. Studies have shown that peer-to-peer initiatives effectively improve mental health by reducing feelings of isolation and empowering individuals to find connection through shared lived experiences. 

Our community-building programs have already reached thousands of men. With your help, we will reach our goal of reaching  10 million men by 2030. 

REAL
Walks

These community gatherings combine the mental health benefits of physical activity with open conversations in a space that fosters peer support and a safe, supportive environment.

We've held more than fifty walks in the last year!

Real
Talks

Simple yet powerful. Based on lived experience and personal stories, our events help to inspire open dialogue about mental health. These events help normalize mental health, help people understand they are not alone and feel a sense of community.

We've held more than 30 talks in the last year!

(coming soon)
Men's Community App

This platform, backed by behavioral science, aims to create a support structure similar to AA where men can find a peer to support them with their mental health. This will be another man with “lived mental health experience” who will will offer support in building healthy mental health habits with a level of accountability, and to discuss perspective changes. This is based on the evidence base around the effectiveness of peer-to-peer support models. Our aim is reduce the isolation that is associated with depression and anxiety and use the power of community as sustainable medicine.

(coming soon) 
Research & Partnerships

Fund original research to help us measure the impact of peer support initiatives amongst men and discover other effective support models. It will allow us to broaden our collaborations with NGOs & corporates & to further position ourselves as thought leaders in men's mental health.

Upcoming Events

THE REAL Walk Boston in Honor of John Mannix

December 12th 2024, Boston

Kick Off 2025 by Joining a REAL Walk

Schedule TBD, Multiple Cities

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Shawn, I can’t overstate the impact your speech had on me. It was not just the content, which was enlightening, but also the way you delivered it with such conviction sincerity and authenticity. Thank you.

Lars Bergmann

Davos REAL Talk Attendee

THE REAL resonated with not some of the people, this resonated with every person at the event. We never had more engagement with speakers.

Ronald Diamond

Founder & CEO, Diamond Wealth; TIGER 21 Chair

Our community is a place where support turns into friendship, where sponsors and members walk together, proving the power of peer-to-peer healing.

Aneesh Chaudhry

Founder & CEO, Soul Physio

Connecting Hearts and Helping Hands

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Help Us Grow

Our goal is to raise $5,000,000 in the next 2 years to help us take steps required to reach our 2030 goal. For DAFs or other donations, please contact Justine@thereal.care

Get in Touch

Get connected with THE REAL team!

Ways That You Can Help:

1. Become a monthly donor

2. Become a REAL Ambassador 
3. Host a REAL Talk in your workplace or city

4. Join a REAL Walk
5. Connect us to your network