Teaching Healthier Masculinity
Unhealthy social media influence, pressure to be dominant, and to suppress emotions are taking a toll on teenage boys. To support educators in bringing these vital conversations into classrooms, ClickView partnered with The Men’s Project to create the Healthier Masculinities series.
Responding to ‘Adolescence’
As Adolescence gains traction in classrooms, school leaders are recommending the Healthier Masculinities series as a positive next step—continuing the conversation with a research-backed series designed to resonate with today’s secondary school students.
Healthier Masculinity Series: Watch now!
This 7-part video series, complete with lesson resources and worksheets, helps teachers and students explore each theme. Watch the first two videos below and sign up for instant access to the series.
Episode 1: Man Up
Heard someone say ‘man up’? Many boys feel pressured to be tough and avoid ‘feminine’ interests. This video explores harmful masculinity and healthier alternatives.
file iconTeacher Pack
Pair this teacher pack with the ‘Man Up video to help identify the pressures associated with masculinity and to understand the four different Adolescent Pillars.
Episode 2: Tough Guy Act
Respect. Guys often feel they must always be tough and in control—what we call Constant Effort. This video explores its impact and how to reduce harm through drama and voiceover.
file iconTeacher Pack
Pair this teacher pack with the ‘Tough Guy Act’ video to help identify the pressures and impacts that Constant Effort has on boys and young men, and those around them.