Working with Boys and MenFramework for the evaluation of efforts to engage men and boys in ending gender-based violenceWhite Ribbon Canada has released a framework for the evaluation of efforts to engage men and boys in ending gender-based violence. CFP: Masculinities, Violence and (Post-)ConflictCALL FOR PAPERS | Postgraduate Conference: Masculinities, Violence and (Post-) Conflict Date: Thursday, 14 January 2016, 09:00 – 17:00 Video: When Men ChangeWhen Men Change tells the story of four men who changed the way they think about gender equality, sexual and reproductive health, and violence. In recent years, there has been increased interest in exploring how men can contribute to promoting gender equality and preventing violence against women and girls. As the evidence base grows, now is the time to answer the question: “What works to engage men in achieving gender equality?” Men and Gender Equality (Book chapter)Our world is a deeply unequal one. Systemic inequalities which disadvantage women and advantage men are visible around the globe. Whether one looks at political power and authority, economic resources and decision-making, sexual and family relations, or media and culture, one finds gender inequalities. These are sustained in part by constructions of masculinity–by the cultural meanings associated with being a man, the practices which men adopt, and the collective and institutional organisation of men’s lives and relations. A 'gender-synchronised' approach: Brief reflectionsWhat is a ‘gender-synchronised’ approach to working with women and men to build gender equality? While this term is increasingly common, there are ambiguities and issues in its use. Michael Flood offers a quick discussion. Request for Proposal: Movement Building through the Engagement of Men and Boys to End Sexual ExploitationThe US organisation Demand Abolition is circulating a request for proposals to address men’s and boys’ demand for commercial sex. The text of Demand Abolition’s invitation is as follows. Please also see the two attachments. Request for Proposal: Movement Building through the Engagement of Men and Boys to End Sexual Exploitation. Engaging men in preventing men’s violence against women: Practical guides and manualsHow can we effectively engage men in preventing men’s violence against women? How can we mobilise their commitment and activism? The following guides and manuals provide useful guidance on the practicalities of this work. See below for PDF copies of each. Also see further below for other resources. Increasing Engagement of Men and Boys for Gender EqualityDevelopment cooperation has an increasing focus on gender equality with the aim to improve women and girl’s disadvantaged position and status. Masculinities and the women, peace and security agenda: strengthening or watering down?Last week’s International Conference on Masculinities was the latest in a string of international events on engaging men and boys for gender equality. |