15 Square
@15square.bsky.social
Men's health charity based in the UK.
We campaign for better education on circumcision harms, for better foreskin health, and a greater understanding of men's mental health issues. www.15square.org.uk
We campaign for better education on circumcision harms, for better foreskin health, and a greater understanding of men's mental health issues. www.15square.org.uk
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TNA – Members Meetings FAQ - 15 Square
TNA Meetings are our regular events that are open to all members of 15 Square. It's a great way to get involved, receive support or learn how we help men.
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In 2025, the government confirmed it has no plans to regulate non-therapeutic circumcision of boys.
This decision was taken despite coronial warnings and court cases. https://www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/12/government-greenlights-no-anaesthesia-circumcision-of-boys
This decision was taken despite coronial warnings and court cases. https://www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/12/government-greenlights-no-anaesthesia-circumcision-of-boys
February 2, 2026 at 12:02 PM
In 2025, the government confirmed it has no plans to regulate non-therapeutic circumcision of boys.
This decision was taken despite coronial warnings and court cases. https://www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/12/government-greenlights-no-anaesthesia-circumcision-of-boys
This decision was taken despite coronial warnings and court cases. https://www.secularism.org.uk/news/2025/12/government-greenlights-no-anaesthesia-circumcision-of-boys
A surgeon struck off for unsafe circumcision was then able to continue performing circumcisions as a lay person.
Removal from regulation increased risk. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
Removal from regulation increased risk. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
January 29, 2026 at 10:30 AM
A surgeon struck off for unsafe circumcision was then able to continue performing circumcisions as a lay person.
Removal from regulation increased risk. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
Removal from regulation increased risk. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
UK judges have jailed men for causing serious harm to children during circumcision procedures.
Judges themselves have called for urgent regulation. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
Judges themselves have called for urgent regulation. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
January 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM
UK judges have jailed men for causing serious harm to children during circumcision procedures.
Judges themselves have called for urgent regulation. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
Judges themselves have called for urgent regulation. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
The UK has formal processes to learn from unexpected child deaths.
Despite multiple circumcision-related deaths, no regulatory framework followed.
This is a safeguarding failure. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqj2r8x2k4yo
Despite multiple circumcision-related deaths, no regulatory framework followed.
This is a safeguarding failure. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqj2r8x2k4yo
January 26, 2026 at 12:30 PM
The UK has formal processes to learn from unexpected child deaths.
Despite multiple circumcision-related deaths, no regulatory framework followed.
This is a safeguarding failure. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqj2r8x2k4yo
Despite multiple circumcision-related deaths, no regulatory framework followed.
This is a safeguarding failure. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqj2r8x2k4yo
A short but important article.
It looks at the hidden psychological cost of childhood circumcision. The impact that often shows up years later, in silence, without support or recognition.
It looks at the hidden psychological cost of childhood circumcision. The impact that often shows up years later, in silence, without support or recognition.
The Hidden Psychological Cost of Childhood Circumcision - 15 Square
Debates around non-therapeutic childhood circumcision frequently become anchored in safeguarding concerns and measurable medical harms.
15square.org.uk
January 24, 2026 at 7:02 AM
A short but important article.
It looks at the hidden psychological cost of childhood circumcision. The impact that often shows up years later, in silence, without support or recognition.
It looks at the hidden psychological cost of childhood circumcision. The impact that often shows up years later, in silence, without support or recognition.
In 2010, baby Goodluck Caubergs bled to death after circumcision.
In 2012, Angelo Ofori-Mintah died following the same procedure.
More than a decade later, nothing has changed. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
In 2012, Angelo Ofori-Mintah died following the same procedure.
More than a decade later, nothing has changed. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
January 23, 2026 at 12:30 PM
In 2010, baby Goodluck Caubergs bled to death after circumcision.
In 2012, Angelo Ofori-Mintah died following the same procedure.
More than a decade later, nothing has changed. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
In 2012, Angelo Ofori-Mintah died following the same procedure.
More than a decade later, nothing has changed. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
Mohamed's death was not the first.
At least seven circumcision-related baby deaths have been recorded in the UK.
Many more children have suffered serious harm.
These are documented cases, not speculation.
Yet the same regulatory gap remains.
At least seven circumcision-related baby deaths have been recorded in the UK.
Many more children have suffered serious harm.
These are documented cases, not speculation.
Yet the same regulatory gap remains.
Dr. Antony Lempert - Ripples Across the Pond
Ripples Across the PondAn update on non-therapeutic male circumcision in Europe by Dr Antony Lempert MB BS MRCGPRecorded at the 15th International Symposium ...
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January 21, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Mohamed's death was not the first.
At least seven circumcision-related baby deaths have been recorded in the UK.
Many more children have suffered serious harm.
These are documented cases, not speculation.
Yet the same regulatory gap remains.
At least seven circumcision-related baby deaths have been recorded in the UK.
Many more children have suffered serious harm.
These are documented cases, not speculation.
Yet the same regulatory gap remains.
Because circumcision is unregulated, there is no reliable data on how many children are circumcised, where procedures take place, or how many are harmed.
Action often comes only after tragedy.
Action often comes only after tragedy.
Another Child Has Died. Circumcision in the UK Remains Unregulated. - 15 Square
Another child has died from unregulated circumcision in the UK. Repeated deaths, judicial warnings and government inaction expose child safeguarding failures.
15square.org.uk
January 19, 2026 at 10:04 AM
Because circumcision is unregulated, there is no reliable data on how many children are circumcised, where procedures take place, or how many are harmed.
Action often comes only after tragedy.
Action often comes only after tragedy.
Non-therapeutic circumcision is uniquely exempt from regulatory oversight in UK surgical practice.
No mandatory training.
No inspections.
No reporting of harm. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/10/circumcision-classed-as-possible-child-abuse-in-draft-cps-document
No mandatory training.
No inspections.
No reporting of harm. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/10/circumcision-classed-as-possible-child-abuse-in-draft-cps-document
January 16, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Non-therapeutic circumcision is uniquely exempt from regulatory oversight in UK surgical practice.
No mandatory training.
No inspections.
No reporting of harm. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/10/circumcision-classed-as-possible-child-abuse-in-draft-cps-document
No mandatory training.
No inspections.
No reporting of harm. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/10/circumcision-classed-as-possible-child-abuse-in-draft-cps-document
Six-month-old Mohamed Abdisamad died following a community circumcision.
The coroner warned that without regulation, further child deaths were likely. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
The coroner warned that without regulation, further child deaths were likely. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
January 13, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Six-month-old Mohamed Abdisamad died following a community circumcision.
The coroner warned that without regulation, further child deaths were likely. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
The coroner warned that without regulation, further child deaths were likely. https://15square.org.uk/circumcision-remains-unregulated-in-the-uk/
We have published a new article examining why avoidable baby deaths linked to circumcision continue to occur in the UK.
The risks are known.
The safeguards are absent.
The consequences are ongoing.
The risks are known.
The safeguards are absent.
The consequences are ongoing.
Another Child Has Died. Circumcision in the UK Remains Unregulated. - 15 Square
Another child has died from unregulated circumcision in the UK. Repeated deaths, judicial warnings and government inaction expose child safeguarding failures.
15square.org.uk
January 5, 2026 at 8:24 PM
We have published a new article examining why avoidable baby deaths linked to circumcision continue to occur in the UK.
The risks are known.
The safeguards are absent.
The consequences are ongoing.
The risks are known.
The safeguards are absent.
The consequences are ongoing.
We are taking a short Christmas break.
from 22th Dec to 5th Jan.
We want to thank every supporter, member, donor, and volunteer for standing with us this year. Your support makes our work possible.
We wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a safe, peaceful New Year.
from 22th Dec to 5th Jan.
We want to thank every supporter, member, donor, and volunteer for standing with us this year. Your support makes our work possible.
We wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a safe, peaceful New Year.
December 22, 2025 at 1:29 AM
We are taking a short Christmas break.
from 22th Dec to 5th Jan.
We want to thank every supporter, member, donor, and volunteer for standing with us this year. Your support makes our work possible.
We wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a safe, peaceful New Year.
from 22th Dec to 5th Jan.
We want to thank every supporter, member, donor, and volunteer for standing with us this year. Your support makes our work possible.
We wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a safe, peaceful New Year.
New article today. Non-medical circumcision can leave deep scars. We explore physical harm, emotional impact, and why legal reform is overdue. Full article at:
Male Circumcision Without Medical Need: Trauma, Grief & Societal Silence
Male circumcision without medical need carries serious physical, psychological, and ethical risks. The Locked Up Living podcast highlights how weak regulation, inconsistent safeguarding laws, and a lack of medical oversight continue to harm children. Leeanne Morris of 15 Square and Alejandro Sanchez of the National Secular Society outline the trauma, loss, and lifelong impacts many men experience, and call for legal reform and stricter standards to protect children.
15square.org.uk
December 9, 2025 at 12:04 PM
New article today. Non-medical circumcision can leave deep scars. We explore physical harm, emotional impact, and why legal reform is overdue. Full article at:
Male circumcision without medical need can cause lasting harm. Our latest article looks at physical risk, psychological trauma, and weak oversight. Stronger laws and better safeguards matter. Read here: https://15square.org.uk/male-circumcision-without-medical-need-trauma-grief-societal-silence/
December 8, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Male circumcision without medical need can cause lasting harm. Our latest article looks at physical risk, psychological trauma, and weak oversight. Stronger laws and better safeguards matter. Read here: https://15square.org.uk/male-circumcision-without-medical-need-trauma-grief-societal-silence/
Our last members meeting of 2025 will take place on the 14th of December. We hope you can join us for our Together, Not Alone meeting. We will begin the meeting at 18:30 GMT.
If you would like to attend, to find out more, you can visit https://15square.org.uk/tna
If you would like to attend, to find out more, you can visit https://15square.org.uk/tna
December 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Our last members meeting of 2025 will take place on the 14th of December. We hope you can join us for our Together, Not Alone meeting. We will begin the meeting at 18:30 GMT.
If you would like to attend, to find out more, you can visit https://15square.org.uk/tna
If you would like to attend, to find out more, you can visit https://15square.org.uk/tna
As we have reached the last month of the year, let's all take a moment.
We want to thank everyone for their support in 2025 without it we couldn't support, educate and advocate for lasting change. Thank you for walking with us.
We want to thank everyone for their support in 2025 without it we couldn't support, educate and advocate for lasting change. Thank you for walking with us.
December 3, 2025 at 9:27 PM
As we have reached the last month of the year, let's all take a moment.
We want to thank everyone for their support in 2025 without it we couldn't support, educate and advocate for lasting change. Thank you for walking with us.
We want to thank everyone for their support in 2025 without it we couldn't support, educate and advocate for lasting change. Thank you for walking with us.
Healing isn’t a race or a competition.
There’s no prize — just peace, connection, and the strength to keep going.
This Movember, give yourself the credit you deserve for how far you’ve come.
#15Square #Movember #HealingJourney #MensWellbeing
There’s no prize — just peace, connection, and the strength to keep going.
This Movember, give yourself the credit you deserve for how far you’ve come.
#15Square #Movember #HealingJourney #MensWellbeing
November 26, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Healing isn’t a race or a competition.
There’s no prize — just peace, connection, and the strength to keep going.
This Movember, give yourself the credit you deserve for how far you’ve come.
#15Square #Movember #HealingJourney #MensWellbeing
There’s no prize — just peace, connection, and the strength to keep going.
This Movember, give yourself the credit you deserve for how far you’ve come.
#15Square #Movember #HealingJourney #MensWellbeing
Movember is about more than facial hair.
It’s about starting real conversations about what affects men — mental health, trauma, and recovery.
Let’s use this month to make space for every story.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#Movember #15Square #MensMentalHealth #HealingTogether
It’s about starting real conversations about what affects men — mental health, trauma, and recovery.
Let’s use this month to make space for every story.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#Movember #15Square #MensMentalHealth #HealingTogether
November 25, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Movember is about more than facial hair.
It’s about starting real conversations about what affects men — mental health, trauma, and recovery.
Let’s use this month to make space for every story.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#Movember #15Square #MensMentalHealth #HealingTogether
It’s about starting real conversations about what affects men — mental health, trauma, and recovery.
Let’s use this month to make space for every story.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#Movember #15Square #MensMentalHealth #HealingTogether
Silence keeps harm hidden.
Speaking up breaks the cycle.
Your voice matters — for you, for others, and for every child who deserves protection and choice.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#15Square #Movember #MensHealth #BodilyAutonomy #BreakTheSilence
Speaking up breaks the cycle.
Your voice matters — for you, for others, and for every child who deserves protection and choice.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#15Square #Movember #MensHealth #BodilyAutonomy #BreakTheSilence
November 24, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Silence keeps harm hidden.
Speaking up breaks the cycle.
Your voice matters — for you, for others, and for every child who deserves protection and choice.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#15Square #Movember #MensHealth #BodilyAutonomy #BreakTheSilence
Speaking up breaks the cycle.
Your voice matters — for you, for others, and for every child who deserves protection and choice.
https://15square.org.uk/we-want-to-hear-your-story/
#15Square #Movember #MensHealth #BodilyAutonomy #BreakTheSilence
The Instagram account @15__square is being retired due to factors outside our control.
We ask everyone to follow our new account @15squarecharity.
Please share it so our community can stay connected and keep accessing our education and support.
We ask everyone to follow our new account @15squarecharity.
Please share it so our community can stay connected and keep accessing our education and support.
November 24, 2025 at 7:19 AM
The Instagram account @15__square is being retired due to factors outside our control.
We ask everyone to follow our new account @15squarecharity.
Please share it so our community can stay connected and keep accessing our education and support.
We ask everyone to follow our new account @15squarecharity.
Please share it so our community can stay connected and keep accessing our education and support.
Looking after your mind is as important as caring for your body.
Whether through reflection, conversation, or connection, taking time for your mental health is never selfish.
It’s essential.
https://15square.org.uk/foreskin-restoration-101-an-introduction/
#15Square #Movember #MensMentalHealth
Whether through reflection, conversation, or connection, taking time for your mental health is never selfish.
It’s essential.
https://15square.org.uk/foreskin-restoration-101-an-introduction/
#15Square #Movember #MensMentalHealth
November 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Looking after your mind is as important as caring for your body.
Whether through reflection, conversation, or connection, taking time for your mental health is never selfish.
It’s essential.
https://15square.org.uk/foreskin-restoration-101-an-introduction/
#15Square #Movember #MensMentalHealth
Whether through reflection, conversation, or connection, taking time for your mental health is never selfish.
It’s essential.
https://15square.org.uk/foreskin-restoration-101-an-introduction/
#15Square #Movember #MensMentalHealth
Many men feel disconnected from their bodies after circumcision.
That disconnection can run deep — physically and emotionally.
Reclaiming your life starts with learning, healing, and knowing your body again.
https://15square.org.uk/research-into-the-lived-experiences-of-circumcised-men/
That disconnection can run deep — physically and emotionally.
Reclaiming your life starts with learning, healing, and knowing your body again.
https://15square.org.uk/research-into-the-lived-experiences-of-circumcised-men/
November 20, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Many men feel disconnected from their bodies after circumcision.
That disconnection can run deep — physically and emotionally.
Reclaiming your life starts with learning, healing, and knowing your body again.
https://15square.org.uk/research-into-the-lived-experiences-of-circumcised-men/
That disconnection can run deep — physically and emotionally.
Reclaiming your life starts with learning, healing, and knowing your body again.
https://15square.org.uk/research-into-the-lived-experiences-of-circumcised-men/
Strength isn’t about never feeling anger.
It’s learning to face it, understand it, and transform it.
Healing means gaining control — not by hiding emotion, but by accepting it.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingThroughAwareness
It’s learning to face it, understand it, and transform it.
Healing means gaining control — not by hiding emotion, but by accepting it.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingThroughAwareness
November 19, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Strength isn’t about never feeling anger.
It’s learning to face it, understand it, and transform it.
Healing means gaining control — not by hiding emotion, but by accepting it.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingThroughAwareness
It’s learning to face it, understand it, and transform it.
Healing means gaining control — not by hiding emotion, but by accepting it.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingThroughAwareness
Stand With Us
You don’t have to do this alone.
15 Square’s peer support is here for you — no judgement, no pressure, just understanding.
Together, we talk, we listen, and we heal.
Peer support saves lives.
https://15square.org.uk/membership-account/membership-options/
You don’t have to do this alone.
15 Square’s peer support is here for you — no judgement, no pressure, just understanding.
Together, we talk, we listen, and we heal.
Peer support saves lives.
https://15square.org.uk/membership-account/membership-options/
November 18, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Stand With Us
You don’t have to do this alone.
15 Square’s peer support is here for you — no judgement, no pressure, just understanding.
Together, we talk, we listen, and we heal.
Peer support saves lives.
https://15square.org.uk/membership-account/membership-options/
You don’t have to do this alone.
15 Square’s peer support is here for you — no judgement, no pressure, just understanding.
Together, we talk, we listen, and we heal.
Peer support saves lives.
https://15square.org.uk/membership-account/membership-options/
Healing isn’t about one big moment — it’s about many small choices.
Learning, sharing, resting, rebuilding trust with yourself.
Each small step is a step toward peace.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingJourney
Learning, sharing, resting, rebuilding trust with yourself.
Each small step is a step toward peace.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingJourney
November 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Healing isn’t about one big moment — it’s about many small choices.
Learning, sharing, resting, rebuilding trust with yourself.
Each small step is a step toward peace.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingJourney
Learning, sharing, resting, rebuilding trust with yourself.
Each small step is a step toward peace.
#15Square #Movember #MensWellbeing #HealingJourney