Join the BWC Aberdeen to explore how intentionality in workplace culture and boys’ and men’s mental health and parenting are all interlinked; and how supporting families at all levels - from home to the boardroom - can build a stronger, more equitable and emotionally intelligent society.
This event is open to men and women and will feature a top line-up of experts including Brooke Jarvis from United Nations, Mike Scotland from manUP and speakUP and Oyin Adekola a Parenting and Youth Coach.
Event Schedule 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
8:30 – 9:00 AM | Arrival, Registration & Breakfast
9:00 – 9:15 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks
Speaker Segments
9:15 – 9:55 AM | Talk 1 – Brooke
Topic: “Culture Starts at Work: Inclusion, Parenting Support & Societal Impact”
â—Ź How workplace culture affects the wider society
â—Ź The importance of diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies
â—Ź Highlight: How companies benefit when they invest in employees as parents, not just workers
9:55 – 10:35 AM | Talk 2 – Mike
Topic: “Silent Struggles: The Urgent Case for Supporting Boys’ Mental Health”
â—Ź Current mental health challenges for boys and men
â—Ź Emotional suppression, societal expectations, and long-term consequences
â—Ź What parents, schools, and workplaces can do
● Highlight: Dismantling the stigma around boys’ mental health
10:35 – 10:50 AM | Coffee & Connection Break
10:50 – 11:30 AM | Talk 3 – Oyin
Topic: “Parenting on Purpose: Why Leaving it to Chance is a Risk We Can’t Afford”
â—Ź How intentional parenting creates emotionally stable and future-ready young people
â—Ź The ripple effect into schools, communities, and the workplace
â—Ź Bridging the gap between parenting and societal progress
â—Ź Highlight: Practical ways to be an intentional parent in a chaotic world
11:30 – 12:15 PM | Panel Discussion + Audience Q&A
Title: “From Home to Boardroom: The Future We’re Building”
Moderated session with all 3 speakers and a cross-conversation about how parenting, workplace culture and boys’ mental health intersect
Final Reflection & Takeaway
11:55 – 12:10 PM | Reflection & Action Points