Insights into working with young men in schools - masculinity, misogyny and the challenges they face

Education provisions are increasingly concerned about the impact of so-called toxic masculinity, misogyny and in some cases Incel within our learning communities. These topics are typically addressed within the PHSE curriculum and identified within DfE statutory Relationships and Health Education guidance.

These issues and the responses of some young people are often co-aligned to safeguarding within our learning communities...

This session will explore some of the societal, online and other starting points in relation to the issues and the ways in which education has and continues to address them.

Christine Freestone has a broad experience of education and social care. She is former head teacher, inspector, nurse, and senior leader for children in care with a particular passion for working with SEND. Chris works alongside leaders in supporting them to work within the legal frameworks , always with the child at the centre. She understands the vital role of front-line processes in education settings in keeping children safe and supporting staff in doing so. Her style is one of supporting reflective practice and practitioner/leadership development.