Overview

As schools grapple with the growing influence of online misogyny and gender backlash, many educators are searching for practical ways to support boys without alienating or shaming them. Supporting Boys in the Age of Online Influencers and Gender Backlash provides school leaders and educators with an accessible overview of what we know about boys’ online experiences and offers concrete strategies for fostering healthier conversations about masculinity, identity, and relationships. The briefing emphasizes that boys need guidance, connection, and trusted spaces to make sense of the messages they encounter online.

Drawing on Equimundo’s global expertise in engaging boys and men, the resource highlights actionable approaches that schools can take, including integrating digital media literacy, creating opportunities for open dialogue, and implementing evidence-based curricula and programs. It also curates a range of practical tools and learning resources to help educators build safer, more inclusive school environments where all young people can thrive.