Scaling up Men and Boys: UNFPA guidance / toolkit, UNFPA, 2017 (revised content)

Abstract

This practical toolkit from UNFPA provides comprehensive guidance on engaging men and boys to promote gender equality and prevent gender-based violence. It outlines a range of programme types, from public campaigns and peer-group activities to faith-based initiatives and fatherhood programmes, illustrating how men can act as positive role models in diverse community contexts. The guidance emphasizes strategies for scaling interventions, adapting programmes to local settings, and fostering sustainable change in social norms.
The toolkit also highlights the importance of monitoring and evaluating shifts in attitudes and behaviours, ensuring that interventions contribute to meaningful normative change. Additionally, it stresses safeguarding and rights-based approaches, ensuring that male-focused programmes operate responsibly and protect participants and communities. By combining practical examples, implementation guidance, and attention to ethical considerations, the toolkit serves as a resource for designing effective, evidence-informed initiatives that support healthier masculinities and more equitable communities.