How did men respond to the feminist movement?

They also took up practical forms of activism, such as providing childcare, picketing sex shops, defacing sexist advertisements, working at women’s refuges and marching with women on issues such as abortion rights.

What is gender equality advocacy?

Gender equality empowers all people to actively participate in their community. It is about people interacting with people; it is as much about men as it is about women. Gender equality involves advocacy and amplification to gain the full participation from all members of society.

What are feminist leadership principles?

There are many definitions of feminist leadership. Broadly it is the explicit redistribution of power and responsibility in a way that is inclusive, participatory, and mindful of issues of gender, race, social class, sexual orientation and ability.

What should men do to support feminist theory?

Men should consult with feminist women when writing about feminist theory. Men should also support more authorship of feminist theory by women and challenge other men to see feminist theory as a legitimate and necessary practice that challenges men to end patriarchy.

Should men be a part of feminist agency?

It is crucial for men to be a part of feminist agency. If feminism is to attain its goal of liberating women, men must be a part of the struggle. Indeed, men probably bear more of the responsibility for ending oppression of women since patriarchal men have been the main perpetrators of that very oppression.

What role should men play in the fight against sexism?

In particular, men can play an important role in challenging other men over their sexism, misogyny, and violence by calling it out, supporting victims, or bearing witness. However, there is often concern among women and women’s organisations about men’s involvement.

Can men engage in feminism and anti-violence work?

For men, engaging with feminism and anti-violence work is not straightforward, and there are significant obstacles for them in doing so. Personal challenges may include: lack of awareness of the issues; resistance or hostility from other men; and difficulties in finding like-minded, supportive men.