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January 1987

The Construction of Masculinity and the Triad of Men's Violence

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This article discusses the concept of surplus repression and how it tends to lead to surplus aggression in males. It also addresses the fact that traditional masculinity can lead men to commit violence not only against women, but against other men, and themselves too.
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December 1979

Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women

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Among the international human rights treaties, the Convention takes an important place in bringing women into the focus of human rights concerns. The present document spells out the meaning of equality and how it can be achieved.
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50 Messages 50 Faces

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Promotores from the Entre Amigos group starred in the bilingual video "50 Messages 50 Faces" as part of their on-going campaign to challenge social norms that perpetuate violence against women.
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Stages of HIV Infection

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This page discusses the three phases of HIV infection, what to expect, signs and symptoms, and various testing and treatment options at each phase. It Also includes a detailed description of common AIDS-defining (Opportunistic) Infections.
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The "Problem" Woman of Colour in the Workplace

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This graphic walks through common experiences faced by women of color in the workplace and organizational responses, such as denial of racism, retaliation, and targeting and attacking "problem" women of color.
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Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Men Who Sustain Intimate Partner Violence: A Study of Helpseeking and Community Samples

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This fact sheet highlights findings from a study on the associations between sustaining intimate partner violence (IPV) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in men. Experiences with helpseeking are also included.
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Proud Of Me! Activity book for encouraging a sexually healthy child (for boys)

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This book is designed to do one thing: Create kids who are more comfortable talking about the sexual parts of their body.
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Instigate! An Online Toolkit for Community Mobilization

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Provides tips, tools and exercises to guide the development of a Community Action Team in your neighborhood, city, faith-based group, school or place of employment. Designed primarily for use by domestic violence and public health organizations.
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A Radical Act of Love: Gender Analysis for Everyone

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Gender Analysis is a tool that empowers individuals and communities to identify and understand how differently gendered people are affected by systems of power in cultural, economic, social, civil, legal, political, religious, racial, and ethnic situations. Why does the National Council of Churches support gender analysis? As an ecumenical movement, we join together in acts of radical love, healing, and justice-making with hope for equity, wholeness, and abundant life for all.
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Diablo

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This poem by Carlos Andrés Gómez features a man's experiences as a victim of domestic violence.
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Raise Respectful Boys...Not Macho Men

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This article provides tips for parents and caretakers on how to resist traditional gender norms and raise healthier, happier sons and daughters. Specifically, the focus is on strategies for raising respectful boys.
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Involving Men in Efforts to End Violence Against Women

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This article provides a review of a variety of initiatives that engage or address men to prevent violence against women.