World Men's Charter

Research & Development Arm

The World Men's Charter serves as the research and development arm of the International Council for Men, providing evidence-based insights and comprehensive studies on men's issues worldwide.

Research Mission

Evidence-Based Analysis

Conducting rigorous research to understand the complex challenges facing men in contemporary society, providing data-driven insights that inform policy and practice.

Global Perspective

Examining men's issues across diverse cultural, economic, and social contexts to develop comprehensive understanding and culturally appropriate solutions.

Key Research Areas

Educational Outcomes

Analyzing trends in male educational achievement, from elementary through higher education, and identifying effective interventions.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Comprehensive studies on male mental health, suicide prevention, and effective therapeutic approaches tailored to men's communication styles.

Economic Trends

Examining economic factors affecting men, including unemployment trends, wage gaps, and economic mobility patterns.

Social & Cultural Studies

Research on changing social roles, cultural expectations, and the evolution of masculinity in different societies.

Current Research Studies

Global Male Educational Achievement Study

Status: Data Collection Phase

ONGOING

A comprehensive multi-country analysis examining factors contributing to declining male participation and achievement in higher education across developed nations.

Countries:

15 participating nations

Timeline:

18-month study period

Expected Output:

Policy recommendations

Male Mental Health Access and Utilization

Status: Analysis Phase

ONGOING

Examining barriers to mental health service utilization among men and evaluating the effectiveness of male-specific intervention approaches.

Participants:

5,000+ survey responses

Methods:

Mixed-methods research

Partners:

12 research institutions

Recent Publications

Trends in Male Workforce Participation: A Decade Review

Comprehensive analysis of changing patterns in male employment across sectors and age groups.

Published: March 2024

Father Engagement and Child Development Outcomes

Research examining the relationship between father involvement and positive child development indicators.

Published: February 2024

Male Suicide Prevention: Effective Intervention Strategies

Meta-analysis of suicide prevention programs specifically designed for male populations.

Published: January 2024

All WMC publications undergo peer review and are made available for public access as part of our commitment to open research.

Research Methodology

Our Approach

  • Rigorous peer review process for all research outputs
  • Mixed-methods research combining quantitative and qualitative approaches
  • International collaboration with leading research institutions
  • Longitudinal studies to track changes over time

Ethical Standards

  • Full participant consent and privacy protection
  • Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval for all studies
  • Transparent methodology and data availability
  • Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in research design