Mark Williams

Mark Williams, a passionate and dedicated advocate, has taken up a noble mission to increase awareness about the significance of wellbeing and mental health among new fathers. Recognising that dads can also face mental health challenges during the childbirth period is crucial for creating a supportive environment. Mark's vision revolves around raising awareness and ensuring that fathers receive the necessary support during this transformative phase of life.

By shedding light on this often overlooked issue, we can foster a more inclusive and understanding society that supports all parents. To further this cause, Mark has founded International Fathers Mental Health Day, a global initiative that aims to provide comprehensive support for families. As part of this effort, he has initiated the #Howareyoudad campaign, encouraging open conversations and destigmatizing mental health challenges faced by fathers.

Through his tireless work, Mark strives to create a world where the mental wellbeing of fathers is prioritised and supported, leading to healthier and happier families.

Mark Williams BCAh Keynote Speaker, Author and International Campaigner

Mark Williams is a Keynote Speaker, Author and International campaigner. In 2004 he himself experienced depression and suffered in silence for years until he entered community mental health services.

He founded International Fathers Mental Health Day and #Howareyoudad campaign to make sure all parents are having support for the whole family. Mark also started the campaign to reopen the mother and baby unit in Wales which reopened in 2022 after 7 years being closed.

Mark has spoken on television and radio stations around the world while working with Dr Jane Hanley who have both published articles on Parental Mental Health together.

Mark was awarded Inspirational Father of the year and local hero at the Pride of Britain Awards in 2012 even invited to meet The Royal Family on World Mental Health Day also awarded the Point Of light Award by the Prime Minister in 2019.

In 2020 Mark published the report called "Fathers Reaching Out - Why Dads Matter" to explain the importance of paternal mental health which far better outcomes for the whole family and the development of the child has when we include fathers.

In 2023 Mark was awarded the British Citizens Award for Health Care In Westminister. Mark is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (RSA)