Men's Activism to End Violence Against Women: Voices from Spain, Sweden and the UK

This book examines the experiences of men who are taking action to end violence against women in Spain, Sweden, and the UK, exploring the social, cultural, political, and economic factors that support their efforts. It will be of interest to scholars and students of sociology and gender studies, as well as social movements and organizations working to involve and engage men and boys in achieving gender equality.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 158 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2021
Publisher: Bristol University Press

EPUB and EPDF available Open Access under CC-BY-NC-ND licence. Some have argued that more men should play a role in ending violence against women – but what do we know about those men who are already doing so? Using case studies from Spain, Sweden, and the UK, this book highlights those men who are already taking action. Examining the social, cultural, political, and economic factors that support men to take a public stance, the authors explore what we can learn from their experiences in order to help build the movement to end violence against women. This important study will inform scholars and students of sociology and gender studies, as well as social movements and organizations working to involve and engage men and boys in achieving gender equality.

Introduction:
The issue of violence against women is a global concern that has garnered significant attention in recent years. While progress has been made in addressing this issue, there is still a need for more men to take a proactive role in ending violence against women. This book aims to explore the experiences of men who are already taking action to end violence against women and to identify the factors that support their efforts.

Case Studies:
The book includes case studies from Spain, Sweden, and the UK, which provide insights into the experiences of men who are working to end violence against women. These case studies highlight the different challenges and barriers that men face in taking a public stance against violence against women, as well as the strategies that they have employed to overcome these challenges.

Social, Cultural, Political, and Economic Factors:
The authors examine the social, cultural, political, and economic factors that support men to take a public stance against violence against women. They explore how these factors intersect to create barriers and challenges for men who want to engage in this work, as well as how they can be overcome.

Learning from the Experiences of Men Who Are Taking Action:
The authors argue that we can learn a lot from the experiences of men who are already taking action to end violence against women. They suggest that we can build on the successes of these men and their organizations to create a more effective movement to end violence against women.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, this book provides valuable insights into the experiences of men who are already taking action to end violence against women. It highlights the challenges and barriers that men face in this work, as well as the strategies that they have employed to overcome these challenges. By learning from the experiences of these men, we can build a more effective movement to end violence against women and create a safer and more equitable world for all.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781447356196