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MenWalkTalk facilitated an on-campus walking group at the University of Sheffield to provide additional support for staff and students.
Following a direct request from the University of Sheffield, we helped facilitate an on-campus walking group to provide additional support for their staff and students
Commissioning · Procedural statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 5
MenWalkTalk's walk expansion and local impact initiatives led to increased attendance at established walks.
Several established walks also reported increased attendance, reflecting growing awareness and trust in the MenWalkTalk model
Service · Observational claim · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 5
MenWalkTalk's model aims to provide simple, stigma-free ways for men to talk about their mental health.
We believe that offering simple, stigma-free ways to talk can make a powerful difference
Policy · Policy statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 4
MenWalkTalk's digital platforms provide continued access to peer support between in-person walks.
By the end of 2024, MenWalkTalk had supported over 200 men through in-person walks, while also building a strong digital community through our WhatsApp groups, Facebook Groups, and bi-monthly Zoom socials
Service · Procedural statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 4
MenWalkTalk prioritizes consistency and safety in its operations, offering structure through onboarding and safeguarding training.
We prioritise consistency and safety, offering structure through onboarding, safeguarding training, and regular check-ins with our volunteers
Operational · Procedural statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 4
MenWalkTalk's volunteer walk-leaders are trained to create an informal but supportive environment for participants.
Our trained walk-leaders – all volunteers, many with lived experience of mental health struggles – are the heart of our model. They help create an informal but supportive environment where no one is pressured to talk
Service · Procedural statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 4
MenWalkTalk aims to build communities of peer support that positively impact men's wellbeing through walking and talking.
To build communities of peer support that make a positive impact on the wellbeing of men, through the power of walking and talking together
Strategic · Policy statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 3
MenWalkTalk's approach to mental health support is rooted in the belief that no man should feel he has to struggle alone.
MenWalkTalk remains rooted in the belief that no man should feel he has to struggle alone
Policy · Policy statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 3
MenWalkTalk collaborated with various organizations in Devon to embed its model within existing mental health pathways.
We collaborated with a range of organisations including Livewell Southwest, Talkworks, Devon Mind, Devon Recovery Learning Community, and the Devon Partnership Trust
Commissioning · Procedural statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 6
MenWalkTalk established new regular walk locations in Newton Abbot and on-boarded additional volunteers.
Thanks to the funding, we were able to establish a new regular walk location in Newton Abbot, with a further 2 walk leaders and locations added to our onboarding process
Service · Procedural statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 6
The MenWalkTalk Devon Project was launched with support from the Devon Community Foundation and CLASP.
One of our standout developments in 2024 was the launch and success of the MenWalkTalk Devon Project, which was made possible by the kind support Devon Community Foundation and CLASP.
Commissioning · Funding statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 6
MenWalkTalk expanded its network of walks in several new locations, including Devon, Battersea, and Sheffield.
We continued to grow our walk network with new groups launching in areas such as Devon, Battersea and Sheffield
Service · Observational claim · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 5
MenWalkTalk introduced a structured onboarding process for volunteers in 2024.
We introduced more structure to how we support and train volunteers, and welcomed a Fundraising Officer to help us secure the vital income needed to grow responsibly.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 3
MenWalkTalk saw a significant increase in the number of men joining their walks in 2024.
This year, we’ve seen more men than ever join our walks. For many, it was their first step towards connection, conversation and community.
Service · Observational claim · From Men Walk Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 December 2024, page 3
The charity's total net assets decreased from £45,223 to £35,430.
Unrestricted funds Total funds at 31 May General £ 2025 £ Tangible fixed assets 116 116 Current assets 40,267 40,267 Current liabilities (4,953) (4,953) Total net assets 35,430 35,430
Financial · Observational claim · From Eight Bells for Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 May 2025, page 18
The charity's unrestricted funds balance decreased from £45,223 to £35,430.
Balance at 1 June 2024 £ Incoming resources £ Resources expended £ Balance at 31 May 2025 £ Unrestricted funds General General 45,223 101,146 (110,939) 35,430
Financial · Observational claim · From Eight Bells for Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 May 2025, page 18
The charity's total creditors decreased from £5,164 to £4,953.
2025 £ 2024 £ Other taxation and social security 657 560 Pension contributions unpaid 386 386 Accruals 3,910 4,218 4,953 5,164
Financial · Observational claim · From Eight Bells for Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 May 2025, page 17
The charity's cash at bank decreased from £50,127 to £40,267.
Cash at bank 40,267 50,127
Financial · Observational claim · From Eight Bells for Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 May 2025, page 17
The net book value of furniture and equipment decreased from £260 to £116.
Net book value At 31 May 2025 116 116 At 31 May 2024 260 260
Financial · Observational claim · From Eight Bells for Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 May 2025, page 17
Furniture and equipment increased by £175 during the year, bringing the total to £1,440.
Additions 175 175 At 31 May 2025 1,440 1,440
Financial · Observational claim · From Eight Bells for Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 May 2025, page 17