ManKind

Mankind was set up in January 2020 by local Eastbourne-based friends Ian Pickard and Paul Roskilly to help support men who may need mental-health support or just someone to talk to without judgement. Initially the group met monthly at a local café but COVID-19 sadly put a stop to that. Undeterred and realising that the current climate may increase people’s anxiety and stress Ian and Paul quickly moved the meetings to weekly via Zoom with additional support offered via a WhatsApp Group. The guys meet every Wednesday evening at St Wilfrid’s Hospice from 6pm – 8.30pm attracting like-minded men from a variety of backgrounds who are able to support each other and get the help they need in a safe environment. Mankind has formed a strong link with The Old Bank Wellbeing Trust, also based in Eastbourne, who are able to offer additional professional help and counselling if needed.