A whole lot of stigma
It's like a whole stigma about it. It's not really the policy, it's just the whole entire topic. Like, I don’t think men feel comfortable with the whole entire topic, and I think they are even more targeted when it comes to sexual harassment and actually being victims, rather than being the actual person who does it.
Recommendations
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Including male students across cultures in discussions of sexual violence, gender stereotypes, and stereotypes of masculinity.
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Ensure all sexual violence prevention and response education and training opportunities actively deconstruct victim-blaming, rape myths and gender norms. Ensure these sessions take an intersectional approach to understanding sexual violence and supporting victim/survivors.
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In education and awareness campaigns, highlight the fact that a significant percentage of men have experienced sexual violence in their lives.