Movember in the office 

This yearly event encourages men to grow moustache’s in order to save their bro’s. This promotes testicular cancer, prostate cancer and suicide. This is a charity event happens every November. It promotes men to talk about different problems they may be having personally and in the work place. Here are the top four reasons why Movember is important. Raising funds for charity, social gathering, talking about problems and raising awareness.

Raising funds for Charity 

When male members of staff are going to grow moustche’s. They will be doing charity events and will receive sponsorship cards which friends and family can contribute to. The money raised will be going to important charities such as the Irish cancer society and the Movember charity.

Social Gatherings 

A great idea for money raising is to hold a charity night during the work week to relax and unwind with work friends which you may not have socialised with before, as many of us a very busy in the midweek rush. 

Talking about your problems 

We all know talking about your problems is a huge part of work life. These problems usually are discussed with other members of staff which you are close or have a strong friendship. People are so willing to listen  to the problems you may be facing and will be able to provide some advice which may help. This also promotes positive mental health in the workplace which increasingly important. 

Raising Awareness 

Many of us know someone in our friends our family who has been effected by cancer. There is also a strong likelihood that many of us would know friends or family who has been effected by suicide. The most important part is asking for medical advice when it is needed and not to be waiting and putting the task off till it’s too late. The other important task is to talk about things are going on in your life and talk about any problems you may be facing. Many people are very reluctant about talking about these types of topics but are better off for doing so. 

Conclusion 

It’s very important for staff to feel that they belong and valued in a company. These are one the ways this can be done about talking to each other about different problems and raising awareness about the movember events and what it stands for in your company.

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