The Men's Wellbeing Pulse (2026/27)

A National Digital Survey by MindLab

Beyond what men do, provide, and achieve; how are men actually doing?

The Men’s Wellbeing Pulse is an anonymous, 3-minute listening exercise exploring the real experiences, pressures, and priorities of men in Uganda. Your voice helps shape national conversations, community resources, and actionable research.

All responses are 100% confidential and anonymous.

Section 1: About You

1. Do you identify as a man?

Yes

Prefer to self-describe:

Prefer not to say

2. Which age group do you belong to?

3. Where do you currently live?

Section 2: The Current State of Your Wellbeing

4. Overall, how would you rate your overall wellbeing at this point in your life?

Very good: I am thriving physically, mentally, and financially

Good: Things are generally stable

Fair: I am getting by, but experiencing significant stress

Poor: I am struggling across multiple areas

Very poor: I feel completely overwhelmed or at a crisis point

5. Which of the following are currently having the greatest impact on your wellbeing?(Select up to 3)

Section 3: Health Behaviours & Emotional Support

6. When did you last have a general health check-up (e.g., blood pressure, lab screenings) when you were NOT feeling unwell?

7. How comfortable do you feel talking to someone about your mental or emotional struggles?

8. Do you feel you have a trusted inner circle (friends, family, or partners) you can lean on when things get difficult?

Yes, definitely: I have deep, supportive connections

To some extent: I have people to hang out with, but rarely discuss deep issues

Not really: I mostly process and carry things alone

No: I feel isolated

Section 4: Barriers & Systems Change

In your opinion, what most often prevents men in Uganda from seeking medical or mental health support?(Select up to 3)

Believing men should "man up" and handle problems on their own

Fear of being judged, appearing weak, or losing respect/status

Financial constraints and high cost of healthcare/therapy

Lack of time or competing provider responsibilities

Difficulty expressing emotional pain or putting it into words

Concerns about privacy, confidentiality, or social stigma

Healthcare/therapy settings feeling unmasculine or unwelcoming

Not knowing where to find qualified professionals

Other

What is ONE key change needed in families, workplaces, healthcare, or society to help men in Uganda live healthier, happier lives?

(Open-ended text box, share a reflection, observation, or idea)

Section 5: Stay Connected (Optional)

Would you like to receive the final State of Men's Wellbeing in Uganda 2026/27 Report and invitations to MindLab events?

Yes