A No Chaser × The Project on Belonging Collaboration

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An Exploration of Modern Masculinity

SPECIAL ISSUE — JUNE 2027 — MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

Thirty men. One honest conversation about strength, silence, and what it really means to lead in a world where the rules of manhood shifted faster than anyone offered a new map.

Why This Matters Now

The Conversation Men Aren't Having

Why this issue exists, in five numbers.

Men die by suicide at nearly four times the rate of women worldwide.

15%

of men report having zero close friends — a fivefold rise since 1990.

<50%

of men with a diagnosed mental illness receive any care.

1 in 5

young men worldwide are out of work, school, and training.

5 yrs

shorter average lifespan for men than women, globally.

Sources: Global Burden of Disease Study (2021); NAMI; NIMH; Survey Center on American Life; World Bank; WHO; Population Reference Bureau.

The Backstory

A quiet crisis of emotional safety

Across Western democracies, men describe having no real space — not at work, not among friends, not even at home — where they can be honest about what they're carrying without it costing them respect, status, or standing. At the same time, the roles men were raised to expect — provider, protector, stoic anchor — no longer map cleanly onto a world where gender roles, family structures, and definitions of success have shifted faster than models of manhood have kept pace.

This isn't a fringe concern. It's a defining feature of this cultural moment, and it's precisely the story No Chaser and The Project on Belonging are positioned to tell — through the honest voices of 30 men already redefining what strength looks like.

"Success on paper. Uncertainty underneath." — The quiet reality for a generation of men
The Invitation

A curated circle of 30 — not a crowd of 100

The Project on Belonging, in partnership with No Chaser, is producing a special edition featuring just 30 men from around the world whose stories, together, offer a new and honest narrative of modern masculinity — publishing in June 2027 to coincide with Men's Mental Health Awareness Month.

01

Your approach to leadership and influence

02

Your honest perspective on masculinity, mental health, and emotional well-being today

03

Your personal brand and legacy

04

Your aspirations for your family, community, and company

Alongside the print and digital feature, your interview and portrait may also be included in an accompanying documentary film — extending your story to streaming, social, and event platforms well beyond the pages of the magazine.

What's Involved

Your Feature Investment

$3,500
One of only 30 places
  • Full editorial production & interview
  • Professional photographic portrait
  • Placement in No Chaser's print and digital platforms
  • Consideration for the accompanying documentary film
  • A legacy piece that belongs to you and your family for years to come

Spots are confirmed on a first-commitment basis. Only 30 are available worldwide, and we expect them to fill quickly given the caliber of men already engaged.

Why Join

What Being Featured Means

1

A Curated Circle

Stand alongside 30 global leaders redefining what modern masculinity looks like.

2

A Real Platform

Speak honestly about leadership, mental health, and legacy — in print, digital, and film.

3

A Cultural Moment

Be part of the solution during Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, not the silence.

4

A Lasting Legacy

An editorial and photographic keepsake that belongs to your family for years to come.

Key Dates

From Invitation to Launch

1
Recruitment Open

Now through late 2026 — limited to 30 confirmed places.

2
Interviews & Photography

Fall 2026 — individual sessions scheduled with each leader.

3
Production

Winter–Spring 2027 — editorial and documentary production.

4
Launch

June 2027 — issue and film release for Men's Mental Health Awareness Month.

The Partners

Behind the Collaboration

Nonchalant Elegance

An international menswear and lifestyle magazine covering style, culture, travel, and the modern man's world — from the runways of Pitti Uomo to the personal essay. No Chaser brings editorial polish and a global readership of discerning men to this collaboration.

Visit nochasermagazine.com →
The Project on Belonging logo
Turning Trust Into Action

A global platform built around trust — bringing leaders, institutions, entrepreneurs, and communities into relationship through convenings, media, advisory work, and entrepreneurial initiatives designed for long-term collaboration and opportunity.

Contact The Project on Belonging →
Questions

Frequently Asked

Who is eligible to be featured?

We're recruiting distinguished male leaders across industries and regions — corporate, creative, and social sectors — with particular focus on men connected to the world's largest economies, where visibility and network value are greatest.

What does the $3,500 feature investment cover?

Your editorial production and interview, a professional photographic portrait, placement in No Chaser's print and digital platforms, and consideration for the accompanying documentary film.

Is documentary inclusion guaranteed?

All 30 featured men will be considered for the documentary; final inclusion depends on production scope and scheduling. Every participant is guaranteed the full print and digital magazine feature.

How are the 30 men selected?

The Project on Belonging leads curation, drawing on a global network spanning corporate, creative, and social sectors to assemble a diverse, globally representative cohort of 30.

Can I nominate someone else?

Yes. Use the request form below and note that you're nominating another leader — include their name, role, and best contact information.

What's the deadline to secure a spot?

Spots are confirmed on a first-commitment basis ahead of the June 2027 publication. Given production timelines, we recommend requesting your invitation as early as possible.

Last Step

Request Your Invitation

Only 30 places are available worldwide. Tell us a little about yourself and we'll follow up with next steps for securing your feature.

  • We'll confirm availability among the 30 places
  • You'll receive the feature agreement & next steps
  • We'll schedule your interview and photography session