The MKP Blog

Richard Torres

Richard Torres

    USA • South Central Area      “I co-create a world of love, compassion and justice by being open, honest and fair.” Richard Torres spent years in the culinary field, serving others as a caterer and chef. During his tenure as head of the Houston...

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Scott MacRae, MD

Scott MacRae, MD

  Golden Eagle USA • Upstate New York      “I embrace my healing and feelings, giving myself and others with love.” I am a physician and surgeon who lost my father at an early age.  This launched me into a life of self discovery culminating with my...

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Justin VanBuskirk

Justin VanBuskirk

  Trusting Tiger USA • Mid America Area, Central Great Lakes      “I co-create a safe environment for myself and others to authentically heal, express and thrive.” Justin has been living his mission by focusing his efforts on helping others take...

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Jay Kassirer

Jay Kassirer

  Sensuous MonkCanada • Ontario      “I co-create a sustainable world by loving and empowering myself and others.” For 25 years, Jay has trained and supported governments, NGOs and business leaders worldwide to plan and evaluate programs that...

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Rob Sötemann

Rob Sötemann

  Joyful Hog with Gold Heart USA • Wisconsin      “I create a world of Love and Compassion by loving myself unconditionally and supporting everybody to his fullest potential.” Sötemann was born in Amsterdam in The Netherlands on September 2nd,...

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Murray “Cappy” Caplan

Murray “Cappy” Caplan

  Golden Blessing Eagle USA • Colorado      “I co-create a world of love and acceptance by loving and accepting myself.” I was very lucky at a very young age to have parents who accepted me just the way I was and modeled a joyful life reached...

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Simon Larouche

Simon Larouche

  Lion EngagéCanada • Québec      “Je cocrée un monde de jeu de joie et de collaboration en connectant le Vivant.” Créateur, fondateur et propriétaire du Centre de l’Hêtre un centre de ressourcement en pleine nature jumelé à un projet...

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SUN KINGS I-GROUP

SUN KINGS I-GROUP

  Geoff Potts , Kevin Danaher, Peter Weiler, Michael Barickman and Chaz Harrington USA Florida      These five MKP brothers live their mission and have truly demonstrated how “we can be the change we want to see in the world.” The five men of the...

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Axel Dobernowsky

Axel Dobernowsky

  Tanzender Puma Germany      “Here and now I encourage men and women to show their talents by living mine.” Axel died a serious car accident last year. He was a loving father and leaves behind two sons and a partner. He did a lot for the Community...

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Steve “Smytty” Smyth

Steve “Smytty” Smyth

  Red Eagle Wolf USA  • Colorado, Denver      “I co-create a world of Love, Serenity and Healing by doing what I’m called to do.” Steve “Smytty” Smyth is an active member in many volunteer organizations dedicated to the safety of children, helping...

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Paul Newell

Paul Newell

  The Meecuna Fox Moon USA  • Metro New York TriState       “I co-create a world of freedom and expression by being powerfully authentic and in service to self and others.” Paul is an advocate and guide for wholistic health and the well-being of...

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Aron Halevi

Aron Halevi

  Easy TigerSouth Africa  • Cape Tow       “I create a connected, vibrant and integrated world by listening with care and using my creativity and courage to heal myself and the world around me.” Aron Halevi is a social innovator living near Cape...

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David Vail

David Vail

  Red Stone USA • Upstate New York       “My mission is to create a world of sustainable abundance by showing up, paying attention, and telling the truth.” David Vail volunteers at the Villa of Hope working in rehabilitation for young people...

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Royston John

Royston John

  Conscious Lion UK & IRELAND • London       “I create a world of people who love each other and care for tomorrow's children, by sharing my love and abundant joy with humanity.” Royston John is a man living his mission out there in the world....

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Genesis Young

Genesis Young

  Koholā Singing for the Planet USA • Hawaii       “I create a world of truth and love by being authentic.” Genesis and his wife, Sulara James, started the nonprofit Teran James Young Foundation (TJYF),which is dedicated to creating peace in the...

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Navid Modiri

Navid Modiri

  Loving Lion Nordic      “I create a world of truth and love by being authentic.” Engaged in men's work since 2013, Navid launched a virtual support programme in 2020 for Swedish men - Supportive Brother (SB). SB is motivated by a desire to have a...

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Corey Lee

Corey Lee

  Playful Deer Canada  • Alberta       “I create a loving world of peace by serving myself first, those I love and others.” For many years Corey has been an active force in keeping people connected through numerous communities, by organizing and...

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Martin Rivard

Martin Rivard

  Humble JaguarCanada  • Québec       “I create a world of love and connection while being connected and expressing love with all that surrounds me.” Martin is involved in several ManKind Project committees, and is also a member of the Board of...

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Jet Teisberg

Jet Teisberg

  Withheld per request of Jet USA • Central Plains       “To awaken people to see and accept their shadows.” After recovering from cancer, John created "The Reluctant Brotherhood," a weekly support call for men all over the counter who are...

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Doug Stern

Doug Stern

  Hawk Inside the Belly of a Beast USA • Midwest, Kentucky       “My mission is to create a free and happy world by being free and happy.” Doug went to his usual 12-step meeting June 2, 2020, read Step 1 aloud, and had an epiphany about racial...

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Philippe Wanufel

Philippe Wanufel

  Grizzly Apaisé Belgium      “I am on the way to a fairer and more united world thanks to my facetious clown, my available quiet strength and my generous and unifying character.” Since his retirement, Philippe has devoted himself to two...

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Bharataji Anthony Joplin

Bharataji Anthony Joplin

  Healing Panther with Dragon Spirit USA • Chicago       “I heal the world by uncovering the divinity in myself and others.” Bharataji Joplin has been on a 25-year mission to help people discover the Divine in themselves and see it in those around...

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Fernando Alvarez

Fernando Alvarez

  Dragón dorado sobre una horda de monos Mexico • Mexico City       “I create a world of abundance and love.” Fernando is a professor and registered psychologist devoted to protecting Mexican children from child abuse. He also works in the realm of...

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Unnamed Man

Unnamed Man

    USA • Los Angeles Area      The man selected by the Los Angeles Area has chosen not to accept the Award and has asked that the following be read: It is a high honor to have been nominated for, considered for, and chosen to receive this...

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Terje Lange

Terje Lange

  Goldener Drache über einer Horde Affen Germany       “Courageously, I create a world of gentleness, love and joy by showing myself, true my limits and living truthfully. I plant the grain of love in every being by connecting the sacred-male with...

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Christoph Buro

Christoph Buro

  Freier Bär Germany      “I create a world of creative connection and healing by exemplifying my values of love, humility and surrender.” Christoph was a volunteer teacher for several years at Leonhard - Entrepreneurship for Prisoners;...

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Robert Alexander

Robert Alexander

  Golden Eagle USA • South East       “I have created a world of possibilities by helping others and myself discover their best self.” Rob is an active volunteer for AARP. He is a member of the Volunteer Facilitator and Trainer Team (VFTT) where he...

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Denis Mercier

Denis Mercier

  Born To Be Wild Horse Canada • Ontario       “I create a world of balance and belonging by healing and teaching.” Denis changes lives through his service. He's been a Big Brother since 1995 and has had 3 “Littles” -- including one who is now an...

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Ryan Bemis

Ryan Bemis

  Benevolent Bison USA • Southwest       “I create a world of solidarity by holding space for suffering, partnering with the people, and cultivating resilience building at the grassroots.” Ryan is co-founder of the Barefoot Acupuncture Movement, a...

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Dale Joyal

Dale Joyal

  Moral Moose Canada • Red Deer Alberta       “I create a world of truth by courageously speaking my truth to myself and others.” When Dale moved to Red Deer (Alberta, Canada) there wasn’t a men’s group, so he started a flourishing group and...

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Kurt F. Bauer

Kurt F. Bauer

  Lion USA • St louis    “I create a world of love by trusting.” Kurt has been active in St. Louis MKP for many years, most notably as a co-facilitator for open support groups for initiated and uninitiated men. When the pandemic hit, Kurt learned how to...

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Jeffrey Tate

Jeffrey Tate

  Mindful Otter USA • Florida     “I create a world of abundance by building organizations of Love and accomplishment.” Jeffrey lives his mission in the world by Building Cyclo Therapeutics, Inc., a biotechnology company developing treatments for...

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Michael Dreiling

Michael Dreiling

  Giraffe USA • Northwest     “I restore connection between the heart and mind by nurturing the wounds of my heart and relinquishing falsehoods of the mind, and in doing this I become an expression of Spirit’s wisdom on Earth.” Dreiling lives his...

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Terry Rouse

Terry Rouse

  Courageous Crow USA • Heartland    “I create a world which is beautiful, loving, and nurturing by accessing my power and pursuing my passion.” Terry is pouring his heart and intention into a creation of great healing, compassion and practical...

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Rick Pack

Rick Pack

  Calm Cheetah USA • Greater Carolinas     “I create a world in which data, including our diverse stories and that of scientific research, help us create a healthier world.” Rick Pack serves as a writer and data-focused member of the 100 Black Men of...

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Craig Roberts

Craig Roberts

  Shimmering Starfish with Guiding Radish USA • Mid Atlantic     “I create a world of Joy, Peace and Fearlessness by breaking free, getting involved and sharing.” Craig has pursued a variety of volunteer opportunities. He is an active volunteer with the...

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Gregory Gardner

Gregory Gardner

  Open Hearted Hawk USA • Wisconsin    “I create a healthy and powerful world by speaking my truth and affirming others.” Greg’s mission supports the belief that all people are deserving of care of respect. Greg provides medical and dental care to...

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Bill  Boerner

Bill Boerner

  Grey Wolf with Free Soaring Hawk USA • Philadelphia   “I co-create a world of peace through service and listening.” Bill is very active in the recovery community. He’s been on the board of directors and board of trustees at his home group. During the...

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John Marsden

John Marsden

  Leaping Dolphin USA • San Diego   “The sunshine of my love shines through when I believe myself and show my tender heart.” Since 2014 John has made leadership in the Boy Scouts of America his mission of service. Years of direct leadership as Scoutmaster...

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Elders for Climate Justice

Elders for Climate Justice

  USA • New England Area   Stew Kennedy, Jud Lawrie, Lance Polya, Robert Ryan, Steve Simmer, Steve Aman and Jon Witte We, the Elders for Climate Justice, are dedicated to creating conversations about climate change, and urgently encouraging action. We...

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Adam Abelardo Gettinger-Brizuela

Adam Abelardo Gettinger-Brizuela

  Papa Gorilla USA • San Diego   “I create a world of nurtured children and empowered adults by educating myself and passing on the knowledge to others.” Adam began his journey as a grassroots community organizer as a 15 year-old high school student. Forty...

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Developing Community • Oahu, HI MKP Hawaii

Developing Community • Oahu, HI MKP Hawaii

  Community CoordinatorWayne Bow 4 I-Groups 98 NWTA Grads 33 New Grads in 2019 8 MKP USA supporting members   Oahu is an example how great things happen when a small group of people have well defined purpose and vision. In 2019 a core team from Oahu set out...

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Preston Lopez

Preston Lopez

  Mariposa USA • Southern California  “I co-create a sustainable and equitable world by organizing my community and empowering the marginalized.” Preston is an activist and organizer. He primarily devotes his energy to bringing about environmental justice...

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Fernando Álvarez

Fernando Álvarez

  Serpiente Guerrera México • México City  “Create a world of abundance and love.” A professional Psychologist devoted to protect Mexican children from child abuse and support of Trans children in elementary public schools, Fernando also works in Gender and...

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Scott Herbert “Corky” Sigurdson

Scott Herbert “Corky” Sigurdson

  Shining Owl with Sacred Heart USA • San Diego  “I create a world of love, joy, health, wealth and forgiveness, through faith in my God and action in the world.” Member, Board of Directors Boys to Men USA; Mountain Adventure Leader Trainer, San Diego with...

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James Mayfield Smith

James Mayfield Smith

  Courageous Wild Tree Fox USA • Heartland  “I create a world of BreakThrough Moments by opening my heart, sharing my gifts, and following my dreams.” James has built a career on the work he learned in MKP, which he has followed up with intensive work in...

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James R. Creasey

James R. Creasey

  Strong Black Dog USA • Colorado  “My mission is to create connection and playfulness by living with curiosity, courage and kindness.” In the silence and confusion of dementia, on a summer holiday in 2008, James Creasey discovered new connections with his...

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Dan Loeffler

Dan Loeffler

  Bright Falcon USA • Greater Carolinas  “To serve my community when grief enters one’s life due to the death of a loved one or a relationship.” Working through a variety of programs including Comfort Zone Camp, The Dinner Party, Death Café, and the Grief...

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Glenn Williams

Glenn Williams

  Sacred Little Light USA • New England  “I create restorative community by creating safe spaces in society to promote personal redemption, collective repair, and accountability for those impacted by the criminal justice system.” After serving a twenty-one...

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Mark Rowley

Mark Rowley

  Mentoring Food Lion USA • Florida  “I create a world of limitless opportunities by teaching myself and others to be creative with their resources.” The opioid crisis has reached epidemic proportions, with people dying every day. At Jacksonville Fire &...

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Allen Pulsifer Doyle

Allen Pulsifer Doyle

  Gliding Caribou USA • Southeast  “I create a loving and safe home by nurturing connection, embracing challenge, and revering nature.” Allen’s motto is “Think Upstream,” and he looks to source issues to resolve problems downriver. Working the University of...

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Jim Lachman

Jim Lachman

  Turkey Vulture USA • Upstate New York  “I create a beautiful world of connected people by teaching and modeling connection.” Jim served Veterans regarding housing, employment, and substance use issues. Serves on the board of directors of the Da Nang...

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Anthony Avila

Anthony Avila

  Strong Fox King USA • Southwest  “I create a world of connection and belonging by first loving myself and speaking my truth.” Anthony Avila creates connection in Tucson by involving others in work that lifts them up. Anthony successfully sponsors Red Cross...

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Pat Pattison

Pat Pattison

  Hummingbird with Raven Heart Canada • British Columbia  “I create a world of connection, peace and joy through relentless compassion and speaking my truth.” Pat has lived his life in community service for over 20 years. His venues have included voluntary...

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Henry Lucas

Henry Lucas

  Slaying Mantis USA • Mid America, Kentucky  “I create a world of greatness by believing in You, believing in me and building loving communities.” Henry is a social worker who has become a therapist with a LCSW and a LCADC. Henry has created a 7-step...

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Martin Lassoff

Martin Lassoff

  Crazy Hawk USA • South Central  “I teach, I lead, and I follow those I trust.” Martin has supported the Center for the Healing of Racism as a volunteer for over 15 years, helping to facilitate the healing of racism through education and dialogue in a safe...

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Rod Boothroyd

Rod Boothroyd

  Gliding Blue Heron MKP UK & Ireland  “To promote reconciliation by facilitating healing circles in which people can bring their shadow into the light and so grow into emotional maturity.” Rod leads both men-only and mixed-gender groups, the latter run...

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Patrick Dempsey

Patrick Dempsey

  Gliding Blue Heron USA • Central Plains  “I create a world of enthusiasm by practicing care for myself and others at a high level.” Starting from scratch, Pat helped start and grow and remains active in the Des Moines MKP community since 2007. Pat is a...

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David Buffalo

David Buffalo

  Grief Walker Canada • Alberta   “I am a brave and courageous man painting the wondrous world and my people are my canvas.” Dave was unhappy with the degree of exclusion within his community of Maskwacis so began to do what he could to impact on...

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Artis Patterson

Artis Patterson

  Warrior Dove with Fierce Open Heart & Wild Black Panther USA • Mid America, Indiana Area  MKP USA Special Award “I create a world where men can be their true, authentic selves, by being my true, authentic self.” Art has been on a mission to create a...

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Justin Tilson

Justin Tilson

  Grief Walker Canada • Ontario   “I create intentional communities that foster connections and the evolution of mind, body, and spirit. I do this by passionately living my truth and inviting others to live theirs.” Justin was born on Manitoulin Island in...

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