Engaging Men and Boys to End Violence in the Family
Publisher: The Canadian Council of Muslim Women CCMW
Date Published: 2016
Languages: English & French
Modules on unlearning patriarchy, questioning gender norms, fostering healthy relationships, and effective intervention strategies.
Learning methodologies include experiential, discussion-based, and informational activities. Toolkit is flexible, allowing facilitators to choose activities based on participants, time, and space.
Main Contribution
Provides resources to inspire, encourage, and engage men and boys in ending violence against women and girls.
Organized into four modules: Unlearning patriarchy, questioning gender norms, fostering healthy relationships, and effective intervention strategies.
Utilizes experiential, discussion-based, and informational activities.
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Community leaders, service providers, and educators.
Aimed at those working in Muslim communities to initiate and sustain action-oriented dialogue on men's positive roles.
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Encourages flexibility and adaptation to meet the needs of participants and communities.
GBV Prevention
Aims to prevent gender-based violence through engaging men and boys.
Provides tools and resources for fostering gender equality and healthy relationships.
Creating Normative Change
Aims to inspire and encourage male role models in Muslim communities to advocate for healthy relationships and positive roles in preventing violence.
Encourages consistent messaging and reflection on sexism and misogyny.
How it could be adapted to the communities
Encourages adaptation to meet the needs of participants and communities.
Provides specific recommendations for mosques, schools, and other settings within Muslim communities.
Keywords
Gender norms, Healthy relationships, Engaging, Muslim men , Gender equality, Role models
