Fella's Forum
The Healthwatch Essex Fella’s Forum first launched in Colchester in October 2021 and has provided a monthly meeting place for men ever since. The forum started with local meetings at a pub in Colchester, where men could informally discuss issues such as health, wellbeing, men’s health screening, fatherhood, confidence, self-esteem and more.
The forum now regularly incorporates physical activity throughout the year, participating in activities outdoors such as fishing, gardening, community allotments, BBQs, and ‘walks and talks’.
Following the success of the Colchester Forum, we have launched our Harlow Fella’s Forum and Halstead Fella’s Forum!
Forum Details
Colchester: First Monday evening of the month. Location varies.
Braintree: Third Wednesday evening of the month. Location varies.
Harlow: Our Harlow Forum has now completed its pilot period – please keep an eye on this page for further information.
If you are interested in joining any of the forums, get in touch with our Engagement Manager, Scott Tatum, for more information – [email protected].
Want to find out more?
- For Men’s Health Week 2024, our Fella’s Forum members recorded a series of videos – ‘Fella’s Voices‘.
- Nick and Steve shared their experiences of being in the Colchester forum in a podcast episode. Other members also shared their lived experiences on the Hidden Voices podcast – listen to Shawn, Darren and Chris.