Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or watch on YouTube.Tune in to the first episode of our podcast series, Unmute, to hear ten men approach conversations about mental health with compassion and grit.
Spend some time in the company of:
1. Riley Wells, who, during his years at Queen’s University, got involved with mental health advocacy by joining Queen’s for The Boys, a Men’s Mental Health club.
2️. Quinn Wood, a musician who dealt with many struggles at a young age including drug and alcohol use. He has learned about how to cope and has a lot of insight to offer.
3️. Jesse Lipscombe, an actor, former athlete, activist and entrepreneur who launched the #MakeItAwkward campaign in 2016 to combat racism, misogyny, homophobia and hatred.
4️. Jake Stika, Next Gen Men’s Executive Director, and a passionate speaker and facilitator focused on gender-based issues related to the social and emotional development of young men.
5️. Jay Legaspi, jack.org Network Rep for BC, his goals are to continue to break down barriers and learn more about men’s mental health, systemic racism, LGBTQ+ resources, and asian mental health.
6️. Patrice Cammarano, jack.org Network Rep for New Brunswick, he co-founded the STU Mental Health Society, and advocates for better mental health supports for athletes.
7️. Zarrar Jahangir, Co-President of the jack.org McMaster chapter, he is passionate about impacting children’s lives in ways that incite joy, learning, and positive mental health.
8️. Asante Haughton, a CAMH 150 Difference Maker. He is a laid back person, but he is loud about his advocacy and drive for change.
9️. Alfred Burgesson, a member of the Prime Minister’s Youth Council. He is passionate about youth issues, inclusion, equity and community well-being.
10. Sukhmeet Singh, a medical student, public health, mental health, and environmental advocate who believes in the recipe of intercultural dialogue in order to promote peace in the world.
