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
A comprehensive multi-country analysis examining factors contributing to declining male participation and achievement in higher education across developed nations.
15 participating nations
18-month study period
Policy recommendations
Male Mental Health Access and Utilization
Status: Analysis Phase
Examining barriers to mental health service utilization among men and evaluating the effectiveness of male-specific intervention approaches.
5,000+ survey responses
Mixed-methods research
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