How do you feel about gender stereotypes? How might your perspectives have changed over time?

What is the difference between ‘calling in’ and ‘calling out’? When might one use each?

What often happens to boys who don’t fit society’s ideas of a ‘real man’? How could we change this?

What kinds of emotional expression are considered ‘appropriate’ for men and boys? What kinds of emotional expression are considered ‘inappropriate’ for men and boys? How did we learn these rules, and how do we unlearn them?

Join us for another Meet Up Event with NGM’s Calgary crew! We’ll dig into questions like these (and others), learning with and from each other’s experiences.

What you can expect:

• A lively conversation, digging into important questions around masculinity, mental wellness, and healthy relationships in a casual & friendly atmosphere.

• A place to unwind after work and grab some food.

• A chance to hang out with some of the volunteers, members, and staff at Next Gen Men!

Our hope is that:

• People walk away from the conversation feeling energized and hopeful!

• By exploring gender equity, healthy relationships, mental wellness, and positive visions for masculinity, we have the opportunity to reflect on our values, beliefs, and behaviours.

• That we can learn with and from one another’s experiences and perspectives, feeding curiosity and compassion for ourselves & others.

If you have questions about the event, please get in touch.

Hope to see you there!

Join NGM volunteers, members, and new friends as we dive into the discussion, one question at a time! Our focus is typically on how men and masculinity fit into the feminist movement, but folks of all genders & backgrounds are welcome to attend.