04 June 2026
How Prostate Cancer Support Groups can help promote Men’s Health Week
Men’s Health Week, June 15-21, is a fantastic opportunity to shine a spotlight on men's health and wellbeing, encouraging them to prioritise their health now and into the future.
Men’s Health Week began in the United States in 1994 and became an international event in 2002, when it was first marked in the United Kingdom. It is now recognised in countries including Australia, Canada, Denmark, Ireland and New Zealand, providing an important opportunity to highlight men’s health, and to advocate for better health policy and practice.
In Australia, Men’s Health Week is supported by organisations across the men’s health sector, including the Australian Men’s Health Forum and PCFA.
For Prostate Cancer Support Groups, the week is an important opportunity to:
Spread the word in your community
Use Men’s Health Week as an opportunity to increase local awareness of prostate cancer and promote your Support Group.
Your group could host an information stand at a community centre, shopping centre, local market, sporting club or library during the week, sharing information about prostate cancer, PCFA and the support available in your area.
“Men’s Health Week is a great opportunity for Support Groups to get out into their local community and start conversations that could make a real difference,” PCFA Support Group Coordinator Louise Thompson says.
“Whether it’s hosting an information stand at a shopping centre, community centre, local market, sporting club or library, these activities help more men understand their risk, learn about PCFA’s free support services, and know that support is available close to home.”
Share your story locally and on social media
Consider writing a letter to the editor of your local newspaper or using the media release template provided at the end of this article to promote your group’s activities.
You can also create short social media posts across the week, sharing a 50-word story from group members, with their permission, to help raise awareness. If you tag PCFA on Instagram @pcfa_oz, we will share your story with our followers.
“Sharing stories locally and on social media is one of the most powerful ways Support Groups can help raise awareness during Men’s Health Week,” PCFA Support Group Coordinator Louise Thompson says.
“A short story from a group member, shared with their permission, can help other men feel less alone and encourage them to reach out for support, or start an important conversation with their family.”
Take part in Walk for Him
Walk for Him is PCFA’s Men’s Health Week walking challenge, encouraging Australians to walk 25km, or any distance, to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer research, nursing and support services.
Support Groups can:
- Create a Walk for Him team.
- Invite members, partners, families, friends and local supporters to join.
- Walk together at a local park, beach, oval, foreshore or community venue.
- Share photos on Facebook and local community pages.
- Ask local businesses, councils or clubs to support the team.
- Use the walk to start conversations about prostate cancer risk, testing and support.
Men's Health Week resources
Get access to the complete suite of Walk for Him resources here.
Letter to the editor template
Subject: Men’s Health Week is a timely reminder to talk about prostate cancer
Dear Editor,
International Men’s Health Week is an important reminder for men in our community to act on their health.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia. Nearly 29,000 Australian men are diagnosed each year, and almost 4,000 men lose their lives to the disease. It affects nearly 1 in 5 Australian men in their lifetime.
This week is an opportunity to encourage men to speak with their GP about their risk, especially those with a family history of prostate cancer.
Our [Name of Group] Prostate Cancer Support Group provides a welcoming space for men and their families to connect with others who understand what they are going through.
We encourage men and families in our community to reach out, attend a local meeting, or call PCFA on 1800 22 00 99 to speak with a Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse.
Yours sincerely,
[Name]
[Role, Support Group]
[Phone/email]
Ready-to-use social media post
This Men’s Health Week, [Support Group Name] is taking part in Walk for Him to raise awareness and support men and their families impacted by prostate cancer.
We’re walking 25km, or any distance, to help fund prostate cancer research, nursing and support services through PCFA.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, but early action can save lives.
Join our Walk for Him team: [insert fundraising link]
To learn more about our group, contact [insert details] or call PCFA on 1800 22 00 99 to speak with a Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse.
Local media release template
Local support group walks for the men they love this Men’s Health Week
[Town/Suburb] locals are being encouraged to step out for the men they love this Men’s Health Week, with [Support Group Name] taking part in Walk for Him to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer.
The campaign, organised by Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, invites Australians to walk 25km, or any distance, during Men’s Health Week to support men and their families impacted by prostate cancer.
[Group Leader Name], from [Support Group Name], said the week was an important reminder for men to put their health first.
“Men’s Health Week is a chance to start conversations that can save lives,” [Group Leader Name] said.
“We want men in our community to know their risk, speak with their GP, and reach out for support if they need it.”
[Support Group Name] provides connection, information and support for men and families impacted by prostate cancer.
The group is encouraging locals to join its Walk for Him team, donate, or share the message with the men in their lives.
To join the team, visit [insert fundraising link].
To find out more about [Support Group Name], contact [insert details].
To speak with a PCFA Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse, call 1800 22 00 99 or visit prostate.org.au.
