It's time to grow that MO! Throughout November, teams across Programmed (Mo'grammed) will participate in Movember, raising awareness for men's health and helping to fund groundbreaking men's health projects.
One outstanding example of support is Melbourne Water's Western Treatment Plant (WTP) and their exciting fundraising initiative, spearheaded by the passionate Hilton Bugg.
We caught up with Hilton to ask about his motivation behind the initiative, and he shared the following inspiring message:
"I have a deep passion for mental health and love discussing it to promote awareness and encourage conversations around these important topics, guiding individuals toward professional support.
"This is the path to regaining balance in life. I truly believe that you get back what you put in (reap what you sow). If I can assist even one person in opening up about their struggles and finding the help they need, it makes everything worthwhile. Mental health impacts everyone, regardless of their background."
Hilton's fundraiser has already hit the ground running, hitting over $2k in its first week! The fundraiser will be bolstered by an exciting event at WTP later this month, including a raffle with prizes from some very generous sponsors. We look forward to sharing all the fun from the event in late November.
If you would like to contribute to the WTP Movember fundraiser, click below.
More ways that YOU can get involved this Movember!
Inspired by the efforts coming out of WTP, you too can get involved this Movember! Don't want to (or can't!) grow a mo this year? Not a problem. You can still join the team and move for mental health!
- SIGN UP to the team page by clicking HERE (AU) or HERE (NZ)
- UPLOAD a pic, choose how you’re going to participate, and spread the word to get others involved.
- DOWNLOAD the app. It will make your Movember fundraising a little bit easier with access to resources, social media templates, your own ‘Mo Space’, a new ‘Mo Tracker’ and more! ANDROID or iOS
Attend this year's Men's Health Webinar
Facilitated by Bupa, this webinar covers a range of health areas and common risks men should be aware of, including heart health, prostate health, sexual health, mental health and some cancers. This webinar will be delivered by expert nurses, experienced in presenting and delivering health education.
- When: Wednesday, 13 November 2024
- Time: 11:00 am AEST / 9:00am AWST / 12:00pm AEDT / 1:00pm NZST
- Where: Virtual (Zoom or MS Teams)
Spaces are limited, so if you'd like to attend, get in quick!
Great prizes up for grabs!
Like previous years, Programmed is giving everyone who registers and raises funds for Movember a stylish TradeMutt shirt!
The winner of the Best Mo 2024 and the top Movember Fundraiser will receive a Garmin Venu 3/3S Sports Watch! Keep a look out for more details!
Head to movember.com ( AU | NZ) for more on men’s health, fundraising ideas, or info on Movember. Alternatively, reach out to diversity@programmed.com.au with any queries.
Thank you for your outstanding support in helping us change the face of men’s health!
