The Scottish Men’s Shed Association (SMSA) charity was constitutionally formed on the 30th September 2014 and officially launched in November 2015 with the aim of helping new and existing groups to set up and run a Men’s Shed in their local community across Scotland.

The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA) charity recently visited Mintlaw & District Men’s Shed to showcase their inspiring intergenerational project in partnership with Mintlaw Academy and Police Scotland. This Bridging Generations video captures how Shed members and local young people are coming together to share skills, stories, and support, breaking down barriers and building stronger, healthier communities. From woodworking and practical projects to conversations that span the years, the initiative proves that learning is truly ageless. Find out more about the Scottish Men’s Sheds movement and join the SMSA for free at: www.scottishmsa.org.uk

You can also read here an article on attracting younger people to the Men’s Shed movement.

In 2022 we held a webinar with the SMSA to look at the benefits and links to CLD. You can watch a recording of this here SMSA Education Scotland webinar