Men’s Health Awareness Month

8 images set together in a grid of different male speakers represented by WNF. They are of different ethnicities, ages and disabilities. Text reads 'Guest Speakers Available'.

Trigger warning: Article references statistics around mental health and suicide.

Ahead of Men’s Health Month in November 2025, we are proud to highlight a powerful and diverse lineup of male speakers who are available for bookings, panel contributions and event appearances. In a climate where men’s mental health must be taken ever more seriously, especially within Disabled communities often left out of the conversation, we wanted to share some of the exceptional people we represent who offer insights, lived experience and broad perspectives.

Why now?

Men’s mental health remains a critical area of concern. In England, about 12.5 % of men are reported as having a mental health disorder, and men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women according to Mental Health UK. Furthermore, Disabled men face additional barriers and those with with long term physical conditions have more than double the rate (32.9 %) of mental health conditions compared with those without (12.6 %). Despite this, Disabled voices are often missing from mainstream dialogues around men’s health.

If you’re creating content or holding an event in awareness, why not include some of our excellent speakers below.

Featured Speakers.

Available for keynote speeches, panel participation, interviews, workshops & event moderation.
Enquiries at bookers@withnotfor.co.uk

George is a white man wearing a tracksuit, literally hanging from the Shard in London by one hand. — **George King.**

George is an extreme athlete, speaker and BASE jumper known for taking on some of the world’s tallest buildings and turning fear into focus. At just 19, he made global headlines as *The Shard Climber* after scaling London’s tallest building, an act that led to features in *The Independent*, *Good Morning Britain*, the BBC and Channel 4’s *The Boy Who Climbed The Shard*.
He has since climbed and jumped from towers across the world, including Seoul’s Lott Tower and the Stratosphere in London and Copenhagen. Today, George delivers inspiring talks on **fear management, resilience and neurodiversity**, drawing on his ADHD diagnosis and lived experience to help audiences rethink what’s possible when courage meets purpose.

Chris is a mixed race man with dark shot curly hair and brown eyes. He has stubble and is looking directly into the camera — **Chris Baker.**

Chris is a model, actor, motivational speaker and founder of A2C (Aspire 2 Change). After experiencing incarceration and later acquiring a disability (limb difference in his right arm), Chris has rebuilt his life through purpose, creativity and advocacy.
His work now spans film (*Wasteman*, premiered at Toronto Film Festival), brand campaigns (Motability Operations x VCCP), and social impact programmes in schools, prisons and youth organisations, helping young men break cycles of trauma and redefine what masculinity can mean today. Through his honesty and resilience, Chris challenges stereotypes of strength and success, proving that true power lies in vulnerability, growth and the courage to start again.

Moeed is Brown man with long dark wavy hair and brown eyes. He wears a leopard print shirt and he has a moustache. — **Moeed Majeed.**

Moeed is a British Asian presenter, model and award-winning podcast producer using his platform to spark honest conversations around men’s health, culture and identity. His work spans **broadcast, digital and live media**, with presenting credits across **Asian FX, WTX News, Pulse 88 Radio** and **Sky TV’s BEN TV**.
Alongside a growing modelling portfolio, including campaigns for **Rimmel Men**, **Vita Coco**, **Snapchat** and **Hiscox**, Moeed hosts **The Puff Podcast**, where he delves into the stories behind success and resilience. Living with **Crohn’s disease** and a **stoma bag**, he speaks openly about hidden disabilities, mental health and the realities of being a young man navigating modern London life. Authentic, adaptable and full of good energy, Moeed champions vulnerability as strength, and representation as power.

Alex is a white man with short messy hair and thick rimmed glasses. He's wearing a shirt under a knitted jumper — **Alexander Thomas.**

Based on the south coast of the UK, Alexander is a documentary and portrait photographer whose work explores the *who, what, why and where* of being human. Born partially sighted, his disability was only identified later in life, a discovery that deepened his commitment to capturing authentic stories and the beauty within everyday life.
Following a later diagnosis of epilepsy, Alexander has focused much of his work on **elevating the disability community** and highlighting conversations around **parasport and inclusion**. His portfolio includes projects for the **England Football Association**, **Estée Lauder**, and **Positive News**, as well as intimate portraits celebrating disability and queer identity with honesty and empathy.

Ekow is a Black man with long dark dreadlocks. He has brown eyes and a beard. — **Ekow Otoo.**

Ekow is a London-based poet, actor and adaptive athlete whose creativity and calm presence make him a powerful storyteller. He began writing poetry as a teenager and went on to perform at the **National Theatre’s first Black History Month event**, sharing work that celebrates identity, strength and resilience.
After being diagnosed with MS and becoming a wheelchair user in 2014, Ekow channelled his energy into reshaping perceptions of disability. A passionate sportsman, he won **gold in adaptive rowing** at the UK Senior Championships and continues to champion inclusion through his work on screen. His credits include **Been So Long** (BFI/Channel 4), **Approval Needed**, **EastEnders**, and the Channel 4 short film **(Un)Fit for Work**, which explores disability and sexuality through a musical lens.

Luis is a white man sitting in his power wheelchair. He has short brown hair, a neck tattoo and a lip piercing — **Luis Canto E. Castro.**

Luis is a powerhouse advocate, consultant and speaker dedicated to transforming how society and business approach accessibility. With a background in **corporate real estate and inclusive design**, he works with organisations to build environments that are not only functional but truly welcoming to all.
As an **Equity, Diversity and Inclusion consultant**, Luis has been seconded into creative agencies to lead accessibility projects, guiding global brands such as **Diageo** through inclusive strategy using his lived experience and professional expertise. A **Lived Experience Ambassador for the NHS**, he combines advocacy with action, driving real change within healthcare and beyond. Passionate, informed and unapologetically authentic, Luis’s mission is to empower others and prove that disability is not a limitation but a source of leadership, innovation and strength.

Ash is a Black man with brown eyes. His head is bald, he has a short beard and a warm smile — **Ashley Archer.**

Ashley is a London-based actor, athlete and advocate who is passionate about motivating and empowering people with disabilities. A wheelchair user and dedicated sportsman, he has represented **England in wheelchair rugby** and previously competed for **Team GB in sledge hockey**.
Ashley made his acting debut as a stunt agent in **Amazon Prime’s Citadel** and has since featured in commercial campaigns for major brands including **WhatsApp, IKEA, TUI, LEGO** and **Amazon Fashion**. A keen gym-goer and fitness enthusiast, his athleticism has also seen him front campaigns for **Nuffield Health**, **Anytime Fitness** and **The Gym Group**. Beyond sport and screen, Ashley is a talented DJ with a growing portfolio of creative work that celebrates energy, confidence and inclusion.

Fez is a Brown man stood in a forest. He has a bald head and wears a zip up hoodie and jeans — **Fez Awan.**

Fez is a speaker, moderator and advocate for kidney health and organ donation, known for his work engaging communities that are often underrepresented in health conversations. Born with chronic kidney disease and living with neighbouring conditions, Fez has become a passionate voice for awareness and inclusion.
He has worked with healthcare organisations nationally, spoken at **UK Kidney Week** and featured in publications such as *Hyphen*, where he discussed cultural barriers around donation in the South Asian community. Open, empathetic and insightful, Fez brings an **intersectional perspective** as a Disabled British Pakistani man, using his story to challenge stigma, drive dialogue and inspire better understanding of men’s health and wellbeing.