Holding Space Circles: A Safe Place for Men to Connect & Transform, to Take Accountability and Reclaim our stories

You are the change –

The Holding Space Circles team sees a critical need for change and transformation across the globe, having experienced our own struggles in the face of “how to be men” and the repercussions of feeling alone in navigating this question.

In a world where men are often told to “man up” instead of speak up, Holding Space Circles creates a brave space for authentic conversations, emotional support, and personal transformation.

Research indicates that 1 in 5 men experience mental health issues worldwide, 75% struggle with emotional expression, and over 40% report feeling isolated. These challenges often lead to avoidance of responsibility and accountability as well as impaired decision-making skills.

In South Africa alone, men are four times more likely to die by suicide than women, with the same statistics in substance abuse. 51% of women report experiencing Gender Based Violence and 76% of men say they’ve perpetrated GBV at some stage in their lives.

Your support will help us:

• Train and support peer facilitators to start circles of their own
• Provide accessible safe spaces for men across communities
• Offer free or low-cost entry to those who cannot afford it
• Expand our outreach into under-served areas

By donating, you’re not just funding a program — you’re becoming part of a movement that changes lives, one conversation at a time.

Let’s redefine what it means to be strong. You are the change –

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

Margaret Mead