we want to hear from you

Men-toolbox is an innovative app designed specifically for men of African and Caribbean heritage, providing culturally competent resources for mental health and overall wellbeing. As we embark on the development of this app, we recognise the importance of carefully integrating AI systems to ensure they resonate with our target demographic. While outsourcing app development is a common route, our commitment to authenticity compels us to collaborate directly with AI system developers to build our resources from the ground up. We are acutely aware that AI systems can be inherently biased, often reflecting the perspectives of their creators. Given the historical underrepresentation of people of color in technology, these biases can go unnoticed, leading to inadequate support for our community. By actively engaging with developers, we aim not only to create a valuable service for our users but also to address the broader issue of diversity in tech and mental health services.

We are committed to making this initiative sustainable; many projects falter due to a lack of resources, but by developing these systems from scratch, we aspire to create an ecosystem that ensures Men-toolbox remains self-sustaining in the long term. As the saying goes, "If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together." We are in for the long run, aiming to develop a prototype by October to coincide with Black History Month and a full launch by January 2026. If you resonate with this vision and possess the necessary skill sets to bring it to life, we want to hear from you. Whether you are an app or tech developer, investor, potential partner, or mental health service provider, therapist, holistic practitioner, your collaboration is welcome as we build this vital resource together.