Category: Men and Masculinity
Subcategory: Training Manuals and materials
Abstract
This well-tested manual offers a practical, field-tested approach for engaging men and boys in group settings to cultivate gender-equitable attitudes and behaviours. Designed for facilitators working in diverse community contexts, it provides structured curricula, participatory exercises and guided discussions that encourage participants to practise caregiving, communicate emotions constructively, and explore non-violent ways of relating. By creating safe learning spaces where men and boys can reflect, role-play and challenge harmful norms together, the manual helps nurture the kinds of positive male role models who influence peers and younger boys through example rather than instruction.
Widely adapted across African countries, the resource serves as a trusted “how-to” guide for practitioners seeking to implement peer-based or community-based male engagement programmes. It not only outlines activities but also includes guidance on facilitation skills, sequencing, cultural adaptation and monitoring progress — reducing the risk of poorly designed or inconsistent replication. Its modules, clear training-of-trainers pathways, and practical implementation supports (such as suggestions for translation, facilitator stipends and material preparation) provide a scalable, evidence-aligned framework that can be confidently invested in and adapted for different local settings.