Movember joins forces with Rugby League to tackle men’s health head-on

Rugby players at Movember office for the partnership

Movember joins forces with Rugby League to tackle men's health head on

England Rugby League partners with Movember ahead of the Ashes Series to champion men’s health, raise awareness, and drive support during the charity’s peak season.

The wait is over. After more than two decades, the Rugby League Ashes Series returns - and this time, it’s powered by purpose.

Movember is proud to be the Official Mental Fitness Partner of the Rugby League Ashes Series, bringing men’s health to the heart of the action when England take on Australia in a historic three-match Ashes Series kicking off on 25th October.

This partnership isn’t just about what happens on the pitch. We’re using the spotlight of international sport to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health.

A series with purpose

From Wembley Stadium to Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium and AMT Headingley Stadium, the Ashes Series will unite fans under one banner - men’s health.

Together with the Rugby League, we’re using the global stage of international sport to spark conversations, raise funds, and drive awareness around mental health and suicide prevention.

It’s a natural partnership. Rugby League is deeply rooted in local communities and those are the same places where we’re making the biggest impact. It’s a shared commitment to breaking the silence, opening up conversations, and supporting men across the UK to live happier, healthier, longer lives.

Backed by experience: Ahead of the Game

This partnership builds on a relationship with therugby league that’s already changing lives.

Through your donations, Movember’s award-winning mental fitness program Ahead of the Game has made an impact across the UK. Designed by Movember and delivered by Rugby League Cares, the sport’s official charity, it has reached more than 41,000 young players, coaches, and parents nationwide.

The program teaches players how to spot the signs of mental health issues, speak up, and support each other. It’s received incredible feedback from clubs, parents, and young athletes alike.

Moustache season is here

The Ashes kick off on 25th October, right as Moustache Season begins.

So, whether you’re cheering from the stands or watching from home - this is your moment to take action. Grow a moustache, raise funds, save lives. Because together, we can change the game for good.

Sign up today.

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Movember supports all individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community, including those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual. Health disparities exist, with LGBTQIA+ individuals experiencing higher rates of mental health issues and discrimination, often exacerbated by stigma in healthcare. We advocate for the right to self-identify, protection from discrimination, inclusive education, and rights-affirming healthcare, ensuring everyone can lead a healthy, dignified life.

Movember acknowledge the many and varied experiences of people navigating their health and wellbeing, those who support them and those who came before us whose stories, struggles and strength have shaped what we know. We recognise those who have generously shared their knowledge and wisdom with us and honour those we have lost too soon. Their knowledge, insight and expertise are essential to improving the design, delivery and evaluation of the work that we do and their experiences remind us why this work matters.

Movember Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization.