International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. We highlight positive role models and raise awareness of men’s well-being.
Portsmouth's Official International Men's Day event returns for its second year and is being organised by Dadzclub who want to do all that they can to promote positive male voices from our community that inspire and help others. That is why on International Men's Day they are hosting an inclusive event that brings people and organisations together to listen, share and inspire.
This year's event will be held at the historic Treadgolds building, once an ironmongers workshop, it has now been lovingly renovated and yet retains its sense of historical significance whilst providing a bright and characterful venue.
Guests will be greeted with a drinks reception on arrival courtesy of our bar sponsors, the wonderful team at Portsmouth Distillery!
Enjoy delicious food throughout the evening, whilst enjoying great music and connecting with local organisations and listening to a diverse range of Inspirational Speakers.
Dadzclub Award
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Community and Inclusion
Unsung Hero
Inspiring Young Male
Overcoming Adversity
The UK themes for International Men's Day 2023 are:
Dress to impress! (Wear what makes you feel fabulous!)
A hugely recognisable face (and voice) in presenting and hosting, Nigel Clarke is a vastly experienced and versatile performer across entertainment, dance and music.
Nigel is well known for CBeebies ‘The Baby Club’ and ‘The Toddler Club’ and has been involved with countless tv and live shows across multiple channels and networks. A proud father of 3 himself, in 2020 Nigel also founded the Podcast ‘Dadvengers’.
With over nearly half a million listeners, it’s also a website and community that features celebrity guests and is an incredible parenting network to support fathers with resources, info and sharing intimate parenting experiences.
We're thrilled to announce our music partners for International Men's Day!
Join us in welcoming the incredible Mantando Choir to our event. Get ready for a night filled with soulful melodies and powerful performances.
Dating back to the 18th Century the site served as accommodation for dockyard workers.
In 1809, The building was purchased by William Treadgold and operated as a steel & ironmongers
Treadgold's ceased trading in 1988 and was sold to Hampshire County Council.
It was run as a museum from 1995 to 2003 when it was closed due to safety and maintenance.
The John Pounds Community Trust has embarked on an exciting project to breathe new life and purpose into this much loved building set in the heart of Portsea.
The building itself may be historic but the offer inside is anything but, featuring every modern facility you're likely to need. This adds to the ambience of the location; a sensitively restored 19th Century blacksmiths and ironmongers, which opens up to a community courtyard garden. The building still retains its sense of historic significance with whilst providing a bright and characterful venue.
The history of this building and the story of it's restoration can be found by clicking here.
We have a range of very affordable sponsorship packages available and we can build a package that is just right for any sized business or organisation.
All Sponsorship opportunities offer great benefits and visibility to all our sponsors who will be supporting some of Portsmouth's most vulnerable children and families.
For more information, please email Vicky@theparentingnetwork.co.uk
Elevate International Men's Day with Our Exclusive Sponsorship Packages and Honouring Outstanding Men in Our Community
Prepare for an extraordinary journey as we invite you to be part of a sensational celebration of International Men's Day. This event is not just an ordinary gathering; it's a night of pure exhilaration dedicated to honouring the remarkable achievements and contributions of men worldwide, particularly those selfless males who perform great deeds in our community. And here's your chance to illuminate your brand on this grand stage by becoming one of our esteemed sponsors!
Why Sponsor the International Men's Day Awards Night?
International Men's Day isn't just a date on the calendar; it's a moment to appreciate the invaluable role men play in society. We are committed to shining a spotlight on the selfless males who perform great deeds in our community. By sponsoring this event, you're not only supporting equality, diversity, and the well-being of all individuals, but you're also highlighting these unsung heroes. Here's why our sponsorship packages should be your top choice:
1. Visibility and Exposure that Dazzles:
Our awards night promises to draw an eclectic and enthusiastic audience, including influential figures, community leaders, and media luminaries. Your brand will bask in the limelight, gaining exceptional exposure both at the event and through our extensive marketing blitz.
2. Your Brand, a Champion of Unsung Heroes:
By partnering with us on International Men's Day, your brand takes a stand for gender equality and shines a spotlight on those selfless males who perform great deeds in our community. It's more than sponsorship; it's a declaration of your corporate social responsibility.
3. Networking Extravagansa:
Prepare to connect with kindred spirits and businesses, cultivating relationships that could benefit your organisation in ways you've never imagined.
Our Sponsorship Packages:
We've meticulously crafted a range of sponsorship packages, each designed to cater to your specific needs and objectives. Whether you desire prominent branding opportunities or the privilege of presenting an award to one of these deserving men, we have a package that will make your brand shine like never before.
Get Involved and Ignite the Excitement!
This is your golden ticket to align your brand with a cause that truly matters and to honour those selfless males who perform great deeds in our community. Don't let this moment slip away – contact us today to dive into the details of our sponsorship packages.
Let's Unite to Create an International Men's Day like Never Before – An Event That Will Echo Through the Ages, Celebrating Remarkable Men and Their Outstanding Contributions!
Nominations close at midnight on 2nd November 2023
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Finalists will be contacted by 5th November
Good Luck!
We are excited to announce that the nominations for International Men’s Day Appreciation Award Ceremony are now open and we can't wait to receive your nominations for those inspirational men in our community!
The Appreciation Awards Ceremony will take place at Treadgolds Portsmouth on the evening of Thursday 23th November and promises to be a prestigious night full of inspiring stories!
Successful nominations will be notified on or before Saturday 5th November, each award recipient will receive a ticket for themselves and a guest to attend the event where they will receive acknowledgment and be presented with an official International Men's Day Certificate and one of our International Men's Day Awards!
The panel will be using what you have written about your nominee to make their decisions so think carefully about what you write. The six awards have been set deliberately broad to encourage greater participation. The important thing is that the recipient identifies as male and that their action’s are deserving of appreciation.
We wish that we could give every deserving nomination an award, we honestly would if we could!
As a small way to involve and celebrate as many men and boys as possible we will provide a link to a downloadable certificate to print and give to those deserving men and boys in our community.
To nominate someone, we recommend that you get their permission or from their parent or carer if they are under 18 years of age. You may also be contacted about your nomination.
You may only nominate the same person once and duplicate forms will be discounted.
The awards are decided by a panel and will be based on what is written about any one nominee not necessarily on the number of times the same person is nominated.
The closing date for nominations will be at midnight on 2nd november 2023.
By completing this nomination form you are accepting the T&C's which can be found at the bottom of this page.
We wish that we could give every deserving nomination an award, we honestly would if we could!
As a small way to involve and celebrate as many men and boys as possible we are providing a link here to a downloadable certificate to print and give to those deserving men and boys in our community.
IMD 22 Award Cert Download (pdf)
DownloadPlease read these terms and conditions carefully, as if you enter you are bound by these rules.