Grow your Mo, donate, or attend a Movember event to show your support in raising awareness of men’s health issues this November.
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to an end, look out for Movember! November is the month when Mo Bros around the world grow their beards and moustaches to raise funds for charities that raise awareness of men’s mental and physical health issues. Whatever your gender (hey Mo Sisters!), you’re welcome to join in on this movement. You can grow out your hair, take a hike for Move for Movember, host events for the cause, and more. Not sure where to start? Read on to find amazing places in Hong Kong where you can eat, drink, and Mo!
Why Movember is important
Since its inception in 2003, the Movember Foundation has taken on some of the biggest health issues that affect men today: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide. In Hong Kong alone, over two out of three mens deaths are caused by suicide. In 2022, the suicide rate for men in Hong Kong reached the highest rate in the past 15 years, with over 650 men taking their lives. Each week, more than nine men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. Testicular cancer also claims the lives of almost two men per week.
The Movember Foundation works to unite people in conversation about men’s health and raise funds for research on men’s cancers and mental health services. Movember has united experts and embraced bold new approaches to men’s health empowerment to help save more lives every year.
Join the movement in 2023 Movember Hong Kong
1. MO Bar
This November, enjoy exclusive Movember-themed cocktails at one of Hong Kong’s hottest bars. The aptly named MO Bar will have its team of talented mixologists shaking up these drinks, each sale donating $40 to the Movember Foundation. Inspired by the Macallan double cask whisky, these aromatic cocktails are garnished with a whimsical, artisanally crafted, moustache-shaped Conspiracy Chocolate. Raise a glass to the movement and mind your Mo as you take a sip!
MO Bar, G/F, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2132 0077
2. The Oriental Spa
Embrace self-care for Movember 2023 with the Mo-inspired treatments at the luxurious The Oriental Spa, one of the best hotel spas in Hong Kong. Have a mo-ment for yourself with the Intelligent Movement Treatment that includes a 90-minute massage, 60-minute yoga session, and a body composition assessment with a personal trainer. While you improve your posture and mobility, $50 from each spa package will be donated to the Movember Foundation. Everyone, especially men, are encouraged to use this experience to begin shaping your mental and physical health.
The Oriental Spa, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2132 0011
3. Emmer Pizzeria & Cafe
Have a slice for a great cause this November at Emmer Pizzeria & Cafe. The popular pizza joint is donating $10 for every sale of its Ultimate “Funghi” Pizza to the Movember Foundation. Expect double the mushrooms and quadruple the cheese with this generously topped pizza – made with the signature Emmer dough, of course. This is a great opportunity to support a worthy cause while having a delicious meal to fuel the growth of your Movember Mo.
Emmer Pizzeria & Cafe, Shop 407, L4, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, p. 2780 1110
4. Leaves & Liberty
Take a bite out of a tasty beetroot patty at Leaves & Liberty this month to support Movember in Hong Kong. Made with shredded beetroot, kidney beans, and cumin, The Beetroot is topped with whipped feta, spring green mix, and a beetroot slice. With every sale of The Beetroot this month, $10 will be donated to the Movember Foundation. This vegetarian burger is a good alternative to your usual carnivore diet, and is the perfect way to start adopting some healthy habits.
Leaves & Liberty has multiple locations across Hong Kong.
5. Handsome Factory
After growing out your impressive Mo all month long, honour the end of Movember with a fresh clean shave from the barbers at Handsome Factory. Some of the best blades in the business will help you trim off your accomplishment in style with a complimentary shave. Before that, get ready to show off your majestic Mo to win prizes for Best Moustache from GNC, a leading health supplement brand. Celebrate the causes behind the Movember Foundation as the barbers give you a clean slate for December.
Check out more barber shops in Hong Kong.
Handsome Factory has multiple locations across Hong Kong.
Other ways to support Movember
6. Grow a Mo
Join others across Hong Kong in growing out your beard and moustache to raise funds and awareness for Movember.
7. Move for Movember
Rally a team or go solo by committing to running or walking 60 kilometres over the course of November. The distance corresponds with the tragic fact that we lose one man to suicide every 60 seconds across the world.
8. Host a Mo-ment
Whether it’s an online gaming tournament or a Movember-themed get-together, gather your crew to have a good time together for a good cause.
9. Mo Your Own Way
Wanna fundraise for Movember epic-style? Design your own adventure and make the rules yourself. From hiking and running, to making art and music, don’t be shy to venture out of your comfort zone to inspire donations and develop yourself along the way!
Find out more about Movember Hong Kong.