Wed, Feb 5, 2025

6 PM – 7:30 PM (GMT+1)

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IE TOWER
19th floor, T-19.04

IE Tower, Maria de Molina, and Segovia Campus, IE Tower, Paseo de la Castellana 259E

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Join us for an open and honest conversation about the unique challenges men face when it comes to mental health. Societal expectations and outdated norms often make it hard for men to show vulnerability or seek help—but it’s time to change that.

Through real stories and expert insights, we’ll dive into how to foster healthier conversations, build resilience, and challenge the stigma around men’s mental health.

đź“… Date: Wednesday, February 5th
⏰ Time: 6 pm
đź“Ť Location: IE Tower, T19.04
đź‘Ą Audience: Students, faculty, and staff 

Let’s break the bro code and create a space where all voices can be heard. Together, we can redefine what strength really looks like.

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José Murphy

Undergraduate Student & Co-Founder of FOOTBALL4iMPACT

IE University

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jos%C3%A9-murphy-b86141207/?originalSubdomain=es

José is a second-year Business Administration student at IE University,  he is also the co-founder of FOOTBALL4iMPACT.

It is a Geneva-based charity dedicated to teaching teenagers life skills through football.By combining the sport with activities such as mental health workshops and coaching sessions, the organization aims to foster friendships among teenagers from diverse countries and backgrounds, while imparting essential life skills linked to football, including coaching, mental health, data analytics, and finance management.


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Jorge Jiménez Castillo

Psychologist

Sinews Multilingual Therapy Institute

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgejimenezcastillo/?locale=en_US

Jorge Jimenez is a bilingual psychologist committed to breaking the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and advocating for inclusivity. With experience in both Spain and the U.S., he has worked extensively with adolescents and adults, helping them navigate emotional challenges and align their actions with their personal values. Jorge trained in early psychosis intervention at the Hospital Clínico de Valencia and has supported international students and expatriates through his work at SINEWS MTI.


As an advocate for marginalized communities, Jorge has dedicated years to researching the impact of LGBTQ+ discrimination on mental health, focusing on how social support can mitigate the effects of stigma. He believes in fostering open, nonjudgmental conversations and addressing the unique barriers men face when seeking help and expressing vulnerability.

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Gonzalo Llanes

Student & Employee Well-Being | Mindfulness & Self-Awareness | Passionate about People & Personal Growth | Psychologist

IE University

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gonzalollanes/?locale=en_US

Gonzalo is a psychologist and well-being & mental health advocate. He currently manages transversal research projects at IE's Center for Health & Well-being and facilitates workshops on positive psychology and mindfulness to promote a more conscious and purposeful community.

He has led the creation of 2 initiatives to reduce mental health stigma in K-12 schools and universities, sharing his own story of mental health challenges. He is currently pursuing his master's in clinical psychology. He strives to walk-the-talk in his daily practice, periodic silence retreats and in the real test, everyday life.


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Taiki Kubota

Director of Counseling Department

IE University

Taiki Kubota is the co-founder and director of IE University’s Counseling Department, operating under the Office of the Vice-Rector of Student Affairs. Alongside his strategic and executive responsibilities, Taiki is an active member of the guidance counseling team, providing regular one-on-one support to students. He deeply values the privilege and immense responsibility of being entrusted with glimpses into students’ lives.



Taiki holds a B.A. in Psychology and Philosophy from a U.S. institution and has trained and worked as a life and executive coach in Spain. He is currently pursuing licensure as a psychotherapist.


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Co-hosted with: IE Center for Health & Well-being, My Well-Being

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