Women's Forum Global Meeting 2024

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Ted Bunch

A CALL TO MEN

Co-founder

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Ted Bunch is an author, educator, activist, and lecturer working to advance gender and racial justice and create a more equitable society. Bunch is Chief Development Officer of A Call to Men and is internationally recognized for his efforts to prevent violence against women while promoting a healthy, respectful manhood. He is a leading voice on issues of manhood, male socialization, promoting healthy manhood/masculinity, preventing violence against all women and girls, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and promoting gender and racial equity. Ted is the co-author of The Book of Dares, 100 inspiring, creative, fun challenges for boys based on the work of A Call to Men. The Book of Dares has been called “a direct answer to parents’ cries for building healthy masculinity, respect, and emotional literacy in their sons.” Ted is an adjunct professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. He is the former director and co-creator of the largest program for domestic violence offenders in America. Bunch is an adviser to the National Basketball Association. He has also provided training to the National Football League, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, and Major League Baseball. He has been a guest presenter for the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women and the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations. He is an international lecturer for the U.S. State Department. Bunch is the co-author of A Call to Men’s Live Respect Curriculum: Life Skills and Well-being for Boys and Young Men, designed to prevent dating violence, sexual assault, gun violence and bullying in school and sports. Bunch is a frequent guest on national television and radio programs like the TODAY Show and National Public Radio and has served as a script consultant for the Emmy Award-winning television series “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" and for the Tony-award winning Broadway musical Jagged Little Pill.

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Home Hub (Discovery Space)
Oct 23, 2024
10:25 AM11:00 AM

From macho to mindful: Positive manhood to transform our culture

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Alarming statistics reveal the urgent need to address toxic masculinity. 37% of boys and young men struggle with mental health, yet half resist seeking help due to societal pressures. Schools with programmes addressing toxic masculinity see a 45% reduction in male violence. This panel will explore how traditional notions of manhood, defined by "don'ts" like “don't cry or walk away from a fight”, contribute to violence, mental health issues, and social isolation. We’ll examine the costs of toxic masculinity on relationships and society, and discuss challenging the gendered division of caregiving and household responsibilities. Join us to explore the transformative power of embracing new masculinities prioritising compassion, vulnerability, and connection.
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