When does the event take place?

The event takes place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Where does The Invisible Suffering take place?

The event location is the Green Cube at Kesselbrink 2 in 33602 Bielefeld.

How long does the theme evening last?

The offering is designed for about 90 minutes.

What topics will be addressed?

The focus is on men as victims of physical and psychological violence as well as possible consequences such as chronic stress, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorders.

Who is the event suitable for?

All interested Bielefeld residents are invited, including victims, relatives, professionals involved, and people who want to inform themselves about the topic.

Is there room for questions and discussion?

Yes. After the introduction, time is allocated for questions, personal experiences, and a mutual discussion.

When Men Experience Violence: An Evening that Makes Hidden Mental Wounds Visible

Name: The Invisible Suffering: Men as Victims of Violence and the Consequences for Mental Health
Start: 2026-10-15T18:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-15T19:30:00+02:00
Location: Grüner Würfel

Making the invisible suffering visible: Men as victims of violence

On October 15, 2026, the Green Cube in Bielefeld invites you to a roughly 90-minute event about men as affected by violence and the consequences for mental health. The focus is on a socially overlooked taboo: boys and men experience violence not only in public spaces but also in partnerships and during childhood.

A shift in perspective with social significance

Men are often perceived primarily as perpetrators in public debates. The event shifts the focus to their own victimization and creates space for a nuanced discussion. Research findings meet experiences from over four years of practical work in the men's shelter in Bielefeld.

When violence leaves mental scars

Physical assaults, psychological violence in relationships, and abuse in childhood can have long-term effects. The event will address issues such as chronic stress, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorders. The increased suicide rate is also one of the burdensome consequences that will be contextualized during the evening.

Conversation, questions, and mutual exchange

The event combines expert introduction and open dialogue. After the content input, there will be time for questions, personal experiences, and a collective discussion. The calm atmosphere of the Green Cube supports an event experience that combines attention, listening, and respectful encounters.

Who the evening is suitable for

The event is aimed at all interested Bielefeld residents: people who are personally affected by the issue, relatives, professionals involved, as well as visitors who want to learn more about male victimization and mental health. The event planning within the framework of Mental Health Week focuses on information, awareness, and low-threshold exchange.

Conclusion: This evening opens an important view of an often overlooked reality of life. Those who want to better understand violence against men, question societal role models, and discuss mental consequences will experience a concentrated and relevant theme evening at the Green Cube.