Men of Many Stories: Unheard Echoes - Human Library Series (Session 4)

Men of Many Stories

Different lives. Different experiences. Many ways to be a man.

What does it mean to be a man? Is there just one way to experience manhood?

We grow up surrounded by expectations of what men should be: strong, independent, responsible, resilient. We may also have ideas about what a man should achieve, whether it's building a successful career, finding love, becoming a father or earning the respect of others.

Yet behind these expectations are real people whose lives don't always unfold the way they imagined.

For the fourth instalment of its Human Library Series, Unheard Echoes presents Men of Many Stories, in collaboration with the Singapore Male Allyship Network (sgMAN) and Real Men Co, in conjunction with International Men's Day.

Together, we invite you to explore the diversity of masculinities through real conversations with men about their lived experiences.

Here, the books are people. And their stories are lived, not written.

Through intimate, small-group conversations, meet three Human Books whose journeys explore love, fatherhood, strength, identity and the unexpected discoveries that come with navigating life as a man.

This isn't a lecture or a panel discussion. It's an invitation to listen, ask questions and discover the person behind the story.

Three men. Three different journeys. Each with a story that offers a glimpse into the complexities of being a man.

Each Human Book shares his own lived experiences and perspectives. Their stories are personal and do not represent every man's experience.

Imagine a library where, instead of borrowing books, you sit down with people and listen to their stories.

In a Human Library, the books are real people who open up about their lived experiences, inviting readers into conversations that might otherwise never happen.

There are no lectures, no panels and no prescribed answers.

Across three 20-minute reading sessions, you'll have opportunities to:

• Listen to authentic lived experiences in intimate, small-group conversations.
• Ask questions in a respectful, open and curious environment.
• Connect with perspectives that may resonate with or differ from your own.
• Reflect on your own assumptions and expectations about masculinity.

You may choose which Human Books you'd like to engage with. You're also welcome to spend more time exploring one person's story.

Whether you're familiar with conversations about gender and masculinities or simply curious about other people's lives, you're welcome to join us.

All we ask is that you come with curiosity, openness and respect.

8:00 PM – 8:10 PM | Arrival & Registration

Check in, meet fellow readers and get ready for the evening.

8:10 PM – 8:15 PM | Welcome & Introduction

Get acquainted with our Human Books, the Human Library concept and guidelines for respectful conversations.

8:15 PM – 9:15 PM | Human Library Readings

Three 20-minute rounds of intimate conversations with our Human Books. Listen to their lived experiences, ask questions and explore different perspectives.

9:15 PM – 9:45 PM | Readers' Reflections

What stayed with you? What surprised you? Did anything make you reconsider what it means to be a man?

Share your takeaways. Readers are invited to exchange perspectives, observations and discoveries.

9:45 PM – 10:00 PM | Connections & Conversations

Continue the conversations and connect with fellow participants.

Date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026

Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Venue: The Trampoline, *SCAPE, Level 5

Address: 2 Orchard Link, Singapore 237978

Admission: Free, with registration required.

Open to everyone, regardless of gender.

Every Human Book shares from his own lived experience. We encourage readers to approach each conversation with curiosity, empathy and respect.

Our Human Books have the right to decline questions they're uncomfortable answering. We also ask participants to respect one another's privacy and avoid sharing personal stories outside the event without permission.

You might recognise something of yourself in another man's story. You might encounter experiences that challenge your expectations. Or you might simply leave with a deeper appreciation for the different ways people navigate their lives.

There is no single prescribed way to be a man, and no single story that can capture the experience of manhood.

Because every man has a story. And every story deserves to be heard.

Presented by Unheard Echoes

In collaboration with Singapore Male Allyship Network (sgMAN) and Real Men Co

Presenter | Human Library Series

Unheard Echoes is a community initiative dedicated to amplifying voices and lived experiences that often go unheard. Through its Human Library sessions, it creates opportunities for people, including persons with disabilities, caregivers and individuals navigating mental health challenges, to share their stories directly with readers. By moving beyond labels, stereotypes and one-dimensional media portrayals, Unheard Echoes invites deeper understanding of people's experiences, including often-unseen caregiving responsibilities, and fosters empathy through open, meaningful conversations between Human Books and their readers.

Collaborating Partner

The Singapore Male Allyship Network (sgMAN) is a community initiative dedicated to the education and development of boys and men. Through experiential learning, community building and public education, sgMAN creates opportunities to examine, unlearn and reimagine the expectations and social conditioning that shape masculinities. By equipping boys and men with practical emotional and social tools, sgMAN encourages self-awareness, healthier relationships, accountability and allyship. It seeks to foster a society where diverse expressions of masculinity are recognised, respected and supported.

Collaborating Partner

Real Men Co is a community for men across Asia seeking to live more truthfully and authentically. It creates spaces where men can remove their masks, speak openly about their struggles and experience belonging without the pressure to perform or pretend. Through brotherhood, meaningful conversations, coaching and inner work, Real Men Co encourages men to confront limiting patterns, embrace vulnerability and take responsibility for their personal growth. It believes true strength lies in honesty, compassion and the courage to live in alignment with oneself.

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