What Can Men Do?
Men, we need you to step up. Yes, yes, we know, not all men are users of violence. But the vast majority of intimate-partner violence involves men who use violence and women who experience it. So men, it’s time to be part of the change.
Phenomenal initiatives are underway: Since 2014, HeForShe has been getting men involved. Around the world, men’s organizations large and small are looking at masculinity afresh, asking how men can change their notion of manhood so it does not include exerting power and control - especially violent control - over women. And they are reframing gender stereotypes for the next generation.
Today's Actions: Invite Men to the Solution.
- Speak up - challenge your peers to reflect on their own behavior, call out sexist comments, speak up when controlling behavior is clear.
- Act up - model healthy masculinity, every day, in language and action.
- Brush up - educate yourself on the cultural norms and biases you’ve inherited. You can change those beliefs and patterns, but first take a look at them.
