WOM2223. Moving from Men as Allies, to Men as Stakeholders

“Male Allies” is a frequently used term when advancing gender equity in male-dominant workplaces, but does it actually capture what it is that we need from men? Hear how to move from benevolent sexism to buy-in to a form of allyship that is active, not passive – a commitment to transforming a system and incurring the necessary costs.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify what is implied by the term "Male Allies", both good and unexamined
• Recognize shortcomings in initiatives championing Male Allies
• Select a pathway to inviting and engaging men as stakeholders for gender equity