Man Made
Man|Made is a 4-week discussion group for male-identified students hosted by Anova. The program is facilitated by Anova, and offers men an opportunity to learn about masculinity, healthy relationships, sexuality, and how they can help create a safer campus for all.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of healthy expressions of sexuality, gain tools for intervening if they witness violence, learn how to take accountability if they have caused harm, and talk about their own experiences of masculinity, rejection, and navigating consent.
Attendance is mandatory for all 4 sessions and can go towards the participant’s Co-Curricular Record.
What does the program cover?
Through the format of facilitated discussion, a range of topics are explored including what masculinity can look like, how to engage in healthy relationships, how to navigate intimacy as well as understanding consent. Participants can learn to identify and take action in their role in helping to end violence against women-identifying and non-binary people. Many of our past participants have completed the group with a better idea of how to support woman-identified survivors in their lives and become a part of a community that takes a stand against violence.
Who is this program for?
We encourage the participation of community leaders, varsity athletes, and anyone wanting to engage in the discussion of consent, male allyship, and to promote awareness of violence against women-identifying and non-binary people. This program is open to anyone who identifies as male. Attendance will go towards the participant’s Western co-curricular record. For more information on ANOVA and the services they offer please visit their website here.
Registration
Registration is now open for the Winter 2024 session! There are a limited number of spaces available. Register now!
Sessions will be held on the following dates:
Week 1: March 3 from 5 - 7 p.m.
Week 2: March 10 from 5 - 7 p.m.
Week 3: March 17 from 5 - 7 p.m.
Week 4: March 24 from 5 - 7 p.m.
Questions? Please email gsbv.edu@uwo.ca for more information.
Testimonials
"The Man|Made Program at Western is a fantastic opportunity for men to come together in a safe, closed setting and talk about issues which so often are not discussed publicly by men. I learned a lot about consent and its forms, sexual topics in media, and then actually being able to see how this applies in real life by attending an event designed to provide a safe, learning environment for women. To any men considering taking this program, I would highly recommend it. You meet friends, get free food, and even learn some great tips for relationships - sexual or not - with others."
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