Welcome to 15 Square
15 Square is an international charity based in the United Kingdom.
We work to help those affected by circumcision by providing support and advice. We promote informed consent and non-surgical and less invasive surgical alternatives for health conditions affecting the foreskin. This helps men avoid unnecessary and unwanted surgery.
We work to improve public and professional awareness about the function and value of the male foreskin as well as the complications and harms associated with circumcision affecting some men. The information on this website is designed to help individuals affected by foreskin health conditions, as well as individuals affected by circumcision issues including;
- Psychological damage
- Physical problems
- Issues of sexual function resulting from the above
- Personal dissatisfaction
Open to UK members of 15 Square: The opportunity has arisen to work with a counsellor on placement who has passed their fitness to practice. Click here to find out more!
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About Our Work
Over the years we have received messages from thousands of men, and it is clear that circumcision should be a last medical resort, especially as there are viable non-surgical solutions to the majority of foreskin conditions.
If you have been negatively affected by circumcision, you can check our circumcision advice section. Many doctors are still outdated on current best practice. If you seek more information as a parent or intact man then you can check our intact section. This is where you will find information on common issues such as phimosis, a condition that is over-diagnosed and often treatable with non-invasive measures.
You can contact us if you have any questions regarding this issue including circumcision, foreskin health or to share your own thoughts. We welcome all messages and we have PDF information on the following:
– Alternatives to circumcision
– Clinical guidelines for the management of phimosis
– Information fact sheet on Lichen Sclerosus/Balanitis Xerotica Obliterans
We have also participated in research projects including a literature review of the psychological harms associated with circumcision, and we have provided a framework for other researchers to conduct their own research into male psychology.
If you feel affected by circumcision, we encourage you to tell your story. This helps us demonstrate that there are voices out there of men that have been affected, and to raise professional and institutional awareness for change. We believe that the qualitative experiences of men have not been given adequate consideration by professionals. Your story helps us move closer towards recognition.
Expanding our focus on male health and well-being, 15 Square is now incorporating discussions and resources on medications like generic tadalafil UK for those experiencing sexual function issues. This addition to our website aims to provide comprehensive information on various treatments and health solutions, complementing our current resources on foreskin health and circumcision. By offering a broader range of health information, we strive to empower men to make informed decisions about their health, encompassing both physical and sexual well-being.
The Importance of Recognition
Circumcision has affected billions of men worldwide. Like many permanent alterations to the body, some men regret that they have undergone this procedure. Of the billions of men affected, there is a huge cross section of society worldwide that would not have made the decision to undergo circumcision. Some men are okay, some men are profoundly affected, and some are completely traumatised. We represent the views of the men that have been negatively affected. We are reminded of the importance of this under-appreciated issue by the men who have been psychologically or physically impacted by circumcision.
