Meetings | Shine a Light Men's Project

The notion of men gathering to discuss issues is not new, nor is doing it via an online meeting application. Men gathering in a religious context is probably the oldest continuous example of this need. The Shine a Light Men's Project crystalized after several conversations with male friends and a good deal of research on what was already offered in men's work spaces. Heartfelt thanks to everyone involved, we offer deepest gratitude.

Meetup Program

Meetup is our scheduling application. We offer both in-person and online meetings open to all well-intentioned men. No experience with mindfulness or men's work is necessary. Drop-ins are welcome but please RSVP on our Meetup page.

Please note that we are taking a Summer Break for 2025, and will be back in September.

If you are experienced with mindfulness or other form of Zen meditation, or if you have participated in a "men's work" program elsewhere, please consider applying for our advanced Resilience Workshop.

New Members Welcome

Welcome to the Shine a Light Men's Project, we are glad you're joining us. Ours is a discussion forum for anyone identifying as a man.

Please take a moment to review the

New Member Introduction

At the present time, we offer events in-person. Meetings are scheduled on our Meetup page. The meetings are listed below along with links to the recommended readings and in some cases readings posted here on the website or in publication. The website readings you will find on one of these pages: Home, Essential Essays or Basic Training (BT).

Meetup Registration

If you have registered by sending an RSVP from our Meetup page, you will find the recommended readings listed below.

Email Registration

You may also register by sending us a brief email at the email address listed here. You will receive a link to this meetings page and a welcome message.

Confidentiality

Meetings are confidential and organized within a mindfulness framework to ensure safe, open and respectful dialogue. Please find the full set of Way of Council rules in our New Member Introduction. Meetings are free to participants, but donations to our nonprofit sponsor are welcome.