Roundtable Series#2, Session #3, “Toxic Masculinity”



Toxic masculinity refers to ideologies about the way that men should behave that are seen as harmful or maladaptive. Let’s discuss the relationship between toxic masculinity and patriarchy. How has toxic masculinity specifically harmed Black women in our communities and within society? How has toxic masculinity harmed the relationship between Black women and Black men in our communities? Mothers of sons: do you agree with critics that the term may inadvertently pathologize normal masculine behavior?   What tropes regarding masculinity have you had to challenge or unlearn in order to foster a better relationship between yourself and the Black men in your life?