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Men and Women, Working Together

12/15/2017

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Yesterday, I attended an all day conference sponsored by Jane Doe, Inc.
Called "Reimagine Manhood" we discussed how our culture raises boys and conditions men to expect entitlement and exert power. We also delved into how boys and men are conditioned to block feelings and avoid identifying or collaborating with women, other genders, and with people of other races, cultures, etc.
Jane Doe, Inc. is the Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence.  It offers services for survivors and supports counseling for those who suspect they may have a battering problem.
The message behind the conference is that we need to change our culture, not just our laws and enforcement, if we're going to reduce or eliminate this kind of behavior.

I was excited to be there and had numerous conversations with others during the seminars and open sessions.
I had the opportunity to present a signed copy of my book "a man wearing a dress" to Craig Norbert-Bohm, a key person in the effort to reduce domestic violence.  There is a good bio and description of his work on this page of the OBOS web site.
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Bevil link
12/6/2024 01:23:15 pm

Men and Women, Working Together" is such an insightful and thought-provoking post! You’ve done a wonderful job highlighting the power of collaboration and mutual respect between genders. Your perspective is both refreshing and inspiring—truly a great read!

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Stephen link
4/2/2025 02:17:36 am

I appreciate your insights on how our culture conditions boys and men to exert power and block feelings, as discussed at the 'Reimagine Manhood' conference. It's a crucial point that changing our culture is as important as changing laws to reduce domestic violence.

I also commend your dedication to this cause and your work with Jane Doe, Inc. Presenting your book 'a man wearing a dress' to Craig Norbert-Bohm sounds like a significant step in promoting understanding and change. Thank you for sharing your experiences and advocating for a more equitable and compassionate society.

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Ric link
4/8/2025 01:49:51 am

I truly appreciated reading this insightful blog post about men and women working together. What I learned most from it is the importance of addressing cultural conditioning and its impact on gender dynamics in the workplace and beyond, as discussed at the 'Reimagine Manhood' conference. I appreciate the author's emphasis on the need for cultural change alongside legal measures to combat issues like domestic violence. What I love most about this blog is its thoughtful exploration of how societal norms influence our interactions and the potential for positive change through awareness and collaboration. Thank you for sharing your reflections and inspiring readers to consider the role of culture in shaping gender equality and respect.

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