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B · Masculinity and anti-feminism

Beyond “toxic masculinity”

Critical masculinity, vulnerability and relational practice – beyond reductive deficit labels.

Objective

This training provides a research-based approach to “Beyond “toxic masculinity””, connecting theoretical foundations with reflection on professional practice. Norms of masculinity, authoritarian dynamics and anti-feminist mobilisation – analytically and in practice.

Target groups

  • Education & social work
  • Psychotherapy, psychology & counselling
  • Associations, organisations & initiatives
  • Professional public & interested adults

Key content

  1. 01Critique of the deficit label
  2. 02Vulnerability as a resource
  3. 03Relational practice

Learning objectives

Participants will be able to …

Knowledge

Distinguish theories of critical masculinity studies and forms of anti-feminism.

Reflection

Critically examine gendered attributions in institutions and one's own practice.

Application

Develop well-founded options for action in counselling, education and organisations.

Methodological approach

Theoretical input, analysis of current discourse examples, reflection exercises and transfer into practice.

Possible formats

Expert lecture

60–90 minutes

Optional discussion · Online or on site

Half-day workshop

3–4 hours

Interactive in-depth work · Practice and reflection elements

Full-day seminar

6–8 hours

Systematic professional qualification · Interactive methods

Custom qualification programme

Several sessions, custom scope

Thematically combinable modules · Tailored to your institution

Notes on delivery

These educational offers are not psychotherapy or medical treatment. Somatic exercises are always voluntary, consensual and never require touch or nudity. Durations are suggestions and are agreed individually.

Frequently asked questions

+Can the training be held in English?

Yes. All offers can be delivered in German or English.

+Can several topics be combined?

Yes. Modules can be combined thematically within a custom qualification programme.

+Is this therapy or self-experience?

No. The offers are academic educational formats, not psychotherapy or medical treatment.

+How is the offer prepared?

After your inquiry, content, scope and conditions are agreed; you then receive a tailored offer.

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