The
Nation of Men (NoM) is
a community where men can share life
experiences, learn from each other, develop new friendships,
have fun as a group, and support one another in times of
need. A non-profit organization, NoM started in 1991 and
has chapters in Northern California's Silicon Valley and
East Bay areas.
What Will I Find at the Nation of Men?
The Nation of Men is a place where you can share experiences
with other men in a non-judgmental environment.
It is a place where you will find men who care.
It is a place where you can openly explore areas of your
character in a way that otherwise seldom occurs.
It is a place where you can confidentially discuss personal
topics and know that “what is said here stays here.”
It is a place where you can see a mirror of yourself
in the eyes of men who will speak the truth to you.
It
is a place where you can socialize and develop new relationships
with men.
It is a place where you can have fun doing things like
camping, white water rafting, football, hocker (a mix of
hockey and soccer — we make up a lot of games), Frisbee,
musical jam sessions, card playing, hiking, team building,
sightseeing, movie watching ... the list goes on.
It is a place where men of all ages, race and religion
are welcome.
It is a place where you can give something back to the
community.
It is a place where you can be sure men will keep their
word.
It is a place where status or profession is not important.
It is a place where you will be welcomed and feel at
home.
It is a place where new ideas and points of view are
encouraged.
It
is a place where all men are equal.
It is a place where being genuine is rewarded by support
and appreciation.
What Isn’t the Nation of Men?
We are not affiliated with any religious organizations.
We are not affiliated with any political cause or party.
We are not affiliated with any charity.
We are not looking for any financial commitments (other
than the annual dues, which are $60).
Men and Teams
NoM
has two central functions. First is the community, made
up of all the men of NoM. The second function of NoM is
teams. Most of our members are on teams, which are groups
of 6-10 men who meet weekly. Just as each man is unique,
you will find the teams are unique, with their own operating
style, meetings agendas, discussion topics, team objectives,
and individual goals. The teams are about men. Their purpose
is to provide a comfortable yet truthful environment in
which men explore their life experiences and gain many
points
of view from their teammates. Some teams look to have fun,
sharing common experiences like travel, movies, education,
and team events. Other teams focus on personal development,
such as setting individual goals, in which the team supports
the man so he achieves his goals.
Experiencing Teams
Unique
team dynamics is one of the great things about NoM. To
help new men get exposure to different teams, we created
a program
that allows new men to experience several teams.
The
new man rotates from team to team over the first few months
so that he may experience the different styles and get
to
know many of the men in the organization. After this rotation
period, men generally feel very comfortable joining the
team that fits them best.
Experience
a team immediately through a team visit or the team rotation
program: Complete the Team
Rotation or Visit Form.
The Nation of Men and You
The
Nation of Men is not for everyone. The question is: Is
it for you?
Ask
yourself: Is
this something I need or want? Do I want to experience
more male relationships in my life? What can I get out
of an
organization of men who care? Men who are committed to
making each other better men? What can I contribute to
other men?
No
one can answer this but you. But if you don’t check
us out, you will never know.
More...
- Experience
a team immediately. Our "team rotation program" places
men on a team each month, until they find a team to join
or we form a new team composed of new members.
Or, you can visit a team. To do either of these, use
the Team Rotation or Visit Form.
- Attend
our monthly meeting. South Bay Nation of Men meetings
are held on the first Saturday of each month, rain or
shine, almost always at Bramhall Park, in San Jose from
8-10 AM (call or e-mail ahead to confirm). Details
and map...
- Contact
us for information on meetings of the other chapters.
- Join
the Nation of Men.
- Download
a NoM-Buck and spread the word.
