International Men’s Day isn’t just another date—it’s a reminder of the conversations we often forget to have. What began as a small spark in the 1990s grew into a global movement in 1999, when Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh from Trinidad & Tobago chose 19 November to honour positive male role models and promote emotional healing. Today, IMD stands as a psychological and social milestone observed in 70+ countries—focusing on men’s mental health, emotional expression, healthy masculinity, and the pressures men silently carry. It highlights real issues backed by research: higher suicide rates, untreated depression, gender role expectations, and the need to raise emotionally aware boys and supportive fathers. This day isn’t about competing with Women’s Day—it’s about creating safe spaces, breaking silence, and reminding the world that mental health is human, not gendered. When men feel seen, heard, and supported, entire communities grow stronger. Let’s use today to honour the men who show up—quietly, consistently, and wholeheartedly—and to encourage conversations that truly matter. #mens