MALE ATTITUDE NETWORK (WEB LITERATURE)

INTRODUCTION

The MALE ATTITUDE NETWORK (MAN) is a non-governmental organization that is consumer centered. It offers state of the art bilingual treatment and care, as well as information on issues faced by, and behaviors of the masculine gender. MAN, as a privately held NGO, has representatives in ABUJA, CALABAR, LONDON, TORONTO, and MAIDUGURI. Our Nigerian office has full-time staff strength of ten (10), while contract staffs (i.e. Doctors, Counselors, Psychologists, lawyers, etc) are hired on specified project basis. We offer a broad range of specialized services to individuals and organizations across Nigeria, and Africa. We maintain close contacts with national and International organizations such as;
Sexual Minorities Against AIDS in Nigeria (SMAAN)
Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange (CATIE)
International Gay and Lesbian Association (ILGA)
Population Council
International Center for Reproductive health and Sexual Rights (INCRESE).

WHAT WE DO

We provide counseling, care, and treatment to men who;
Are living with HIV/AIDS
Are addicts (to drugs, violence, sex etc)
Are challenged by their sexual orientation
Have marital issues
Suicidal
Are socially discriminated against because of their mental status (e.g. Pedophiles, Rapists etc)
These are among other problems/challenges males face, both emotionally and physically. We also organize workshops and awards. MAN provides information/services to individuals and organizations through a comprehensive treatment and care method, through our semi-annual publications, and through exhibitions at conferences.

WHY WE DO IT

There is a growing concern about the rising toll of Mental and Social Tiredness in males in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, with its large population representing 1 out of 5 Nigerians. The increase of these challenges, e.g. HIV, is no longer a problem of developing countries, but has become a global issue. The rate of spread and increase of this epidemic has also been found to be increasingly high in young people, with young males in the forefront (due to the current economic and mental hardship that is significantly more pronounce in Africa).
By promoting access to reliable, up-to-date treatment and care, both directly and indirectly, through community and individual intermediaries, MAN helps to enable people make informed choices about their health, to optimize their qualities and quality of life, to prevent the progression of HIV and other opportunist infections, and reduce the impact of side effects.

HOW WE DO IT

MAN leads workshops at national and regional conferences in Nigeria and Africa. We provide training known as ‘Train the Trainers’ program, to enhance the ability of our employees in delivering treatment and care to our clients. MAN also provides legal services to our clients (Pro Bono, if need be). Our semi-annual publication covers it all. From the basics of Living With HIV/AIDS and other psychological and emotional challenges---to the cutting edge researches. With sections like;
Treatment Update – This section reports on advances on conventional and complimentary therapies, side effects, drug interventions, and nutrition.
Innovations – This section is a current awareness service for health care professional, and others interested in the latest medical articles on clinical treatment for mental and health challenges.
MAN News – This section takes the latest news about mental and health challenges from around the world, and puts it in an African context, in bite-sized bulletin.
The Positive Side – This section has empowering real life stories on all aspects of living. It features holistic health information, views, and more…including special/private issues for men (courtesy Blackgold Pride International).For information on Membership and Volunteering, send a mail to man_nigeria@hotmail.com