It's our mission to provide the space, tools, and community for men to mature.
Our Story.
Back in 2020, Steve Savides initiated our very first weekly, online men's circle. Which has run every single Wednesday night for 250+ weeks and counting. Steve envisioned a supportive, facilitated, global community; by men for men.
Back in 2020, Steve Savides initiated our very first weekly, online men's circle. Which has run every single Wednesday night for 250+ weeks and counting. Steve envisioned a supportive, facilitated, global community; by men for men.
In the same year, I (Pasco) started my own regular circle with some of my mates in a London park. After years of trying to make a positive impact in the world, I came to realise that I could only really change myself, and hope others felt inspired to do the same. I was particularly motivated after losing 2 friends to suicide, feeling lonely in London and hearing the call of the #metoo movement for men to step up and be better.
After experiencing the connection, depth and growth of circles, I was inspired (and wrangled by Steve) to lead and formalise his vision into an organisation.
Over the years, the community has grown, expanded and gained a huge amount. Menswork leaders, Lee Stagles, came onboard for a formative chapter to develop our Facilitator Training and Dr Clive Selwyn continues to play a key role in shaping our approach.
I am very proud to say, today, Men's Circle is an international community of Facilitators. We now focus on training and supporting men to be the gold standard of men's circle leaders.
After hundreds of hours listening in circles, we learned the top 4 patterns men face are:
A lack of deep connection with other men.
No decent male role models in their lives.
A gap in emotional literacy and intelligence.
Poor self-care and self-direction.
Our Philosophy: Men who can take better care and responsibility for themselves, can better take care and responsibility for others.
Our team.
Executive Director
Non-executive directors
Team Members
Facilitators
Our 10 principles.
Integrity
A man is as good as his word. When you say you are going to do something, you follow through with it.
Responsibility
Leading in a circle is to adopt a culture of self-leadership, an adult-adult dynamic (rather than adult-child), where everyone contributes to the circle, sharing the responsibility.
By Invitation
Everything we do at Men’s Circle is optional. No one will coerce or pressure you to do anything that you don’t want to.
By Example
Every man's role to lead the way for others, by embodying these principles. To lead in self-awareness, self-development, and being courageous to find your edges of growth. To set the tone; from the heart, with depth and vulnerability, in and outside our circles.
Do No Harm
Our duty to prevent and reduce the risk of harm to ourselves, others, and the environment.
In Service
We are committed to showing up and being there for other men. We give as much as we take. We show up fully, being present and listening to other men, offering feedback that serves them.
Non-judgement
We aren't here to compare, judge or critic. We can be a mirror, clean of our own opinions and perspective. We are encouraging self-directed development.
Curiosity
We are genuinely interested in what you are saying. We want to know more, and to support you to share your truth as deeply as you are able to.
Authenticity
Cultivating a love of the truth - being as real as you possibly can be in any given moment. No bullshit, no performing, no flexing.
Compassion
Love for yourself and others; being kind and knowing softness. Acknowledging and celebrating that you and others are doing your best. Being forgiving for inevitable mistakes.
