Yes! I hope this message spreads and spreads. Men deserve to be free to care just as much as women do. The issues may look a little different from their point of view, but they're just as real.
Massively appreciate the discussion of barriers to care for men here (political and cultural).
"We highlight positive stories of good dads because we want to show something aspirational. There are many mainstream stories about men not doing enough — and we definitely believe it is important to call out men who are doing harm — but we also think men need to see healthy models of what it looks like to be an engaged dad."
Shame will only get us so far — dismantling barriers and highlighting role models is essential work!
yes, so fully agree re shame. effective, but only to a limited degree. (and also can subtly reinforce the devaluing of care by presenting it as *only* a burden.)
Yes! I hope this message spreads and spreads. Men deserve to be free to care just as much as women do. The issues may look a little different from their point of view, but they're just as real.
amen! I think this campaign is a clear sign of progress, even if we still have far to go.
Massively appreciate the discussion of barriers to care for men here (political and cultural).
"We highlight positive stories of good dads because we want to show something aspirational. There are many mainstream stories about men not doing enough — and we definitely believe it is important to call out men who are doing harm — but we also think men need to see healthy models of what it looks like to be an engaged dad."
Shame will only get us so far — dismantling barriers and highlighting role models is essential work!
yes, so fully agree re shame. effective, but only to a limited degree. (and also can subtly reinforce the devaluing of care by presenting it as *only* a burden.)
Really enjoyed this interview!
thank you!