What people are saying about the 2011 conference

The First National Conference for Men and Boys – held in Brighton and Hove in November 2011, generated a huge amount of praise. Here’s a sample of some of the feedback we’ve received from people who attended the day……..

“A fascinating and inspiring day. Thanks to everyone who made the time to be there and especially to Glen and the Men’s Network team for making it happen.”

Peter Baker, CEO, The Men’s Health Forum

“It was a fantastic event!”

Mark Brooks, The ManKind Initiative

“I can’t shake the feeling that we should build on the conference. What I really liked was the sense of equality between small groups and big national charities.”

Rob Williams, CEO, The Fatherhood Institute

“Thank you everyone – especially Glen and the Network – for an energising conference. The people I met and what was said will stay with me.”

Jennie Williams, Inequality Agenda

“We thought the format was crazily ambitious but it worked really well because it allowed for so much discussion between participants.  What was truly impressive was the articulacy with which professional and academic expertise was showcased, and the common themes that were highlighted.”

Mike White, Dads Matter Too

“What you and the Men’s Network is doing is so important and the conference was a really exciting and necessary event.”

Dan Bell, Journalist (click here now to read a full report from Dan)

“Real good to spend time with everyone, made some good connections and happy to come again.”

Steve Bevan, Amsosa

“It was great, thank you for all the organisation and the opportunity to take part and meet so many committed people.”

David Eggins, Temper DV

“Well done for organising the event. It was fantastic!”

James Togut, The Sunshine Bank

“Some great work being done nationally, was great to be involved, bring on next year!”

Simon Howe, The Campaign Against Living Miserably

“Thanks so much for the day yesterday – it was fantastic and really well done to you and all the team – everyone was very inspired …..and educated!”

Geri May, Father Involvement Worker, Brighton & Hove City Council

“Well done to you and the volunteers, it was a very useful and innovative day.”

Nicolas Clements, Author

“Great first conference, lots of connections made!”

Scott Colfer, Young Dads TV

“Very well done – amazing effort to make the day happen. My sense is enormous value was created for many. I love your vision. I look forward to further collaborations.”

Michael Boyle, abandofbrothers

“Many thanks for yesterday. So much to absorb and many with much to give. What a day!”

John Franklin, The Fathers Club

“Thank you, great day, many thanks.”

Ed Hart, Brook Cornwall

“A huge thank you. A brilliant day!”
Pip Reilly, Mensfe

“The Conference was fantastic – very insightful and multi-faceted.”

David King, LifeBuilders

Great Conference. Well done!

Michael, 100 Black Men of London

“Well done on a fantastic conference”

Caroline Lovett, Sussex Beacon

“Thanks for organising the conference, it was really useful.”

Lalith Reddy, Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust

“Fab event, here’s to the next one.”

Liam Kernan, Just About Blokes

“Enjoyed the conference and made some great new contacts”

John Munford

“Thanks again for a great day…….and for a chance to get our message out”

Richard Duncker, Men Do Complain

“Well done for providing such a well run and inspiring conference. When I first saw  the agenda it looked overambitious, but it worked!”

Andy Wood, MensCraft

“I would like to say a massive thank you to everyone for the most amazing National Conference for Men and Boys.  You guys are brilliant!”

Vicci Heaysman, Mankind UK

 

 To read a short report from Glen Poole of The Men’s Network about The First National Conference for Men and Boys click here now.