Constructions and Reconstructions of Masculinity Among Men in Gender Advocacy Groups in Davao City, Philippines
- Country : Philippines
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Keywords : Social Science, constructions and reconstructions, gender equality, qualitative method, Philippines.
Abstract
The study examined the Men Opposed to Violence Everywhere (MOVE) Davao and Men’s Responsibilities in Gender and Development (MR GAD) in Davao City, Philippines. Qualitative approach was used where 16 participants were interviewed. It utilized the perspective of social constructivism in analyzing men’s constructions and reconstructions of masculinity. In examining notions of masculinity which centered on men’s familial relationship and their engagement with the state’s policy and programs, it surfaced that there are contradictions in men’s constructions and reconstructions. Yet, they are in the strategic positions of espousing new meanings of masculinity as their positions of power are capitalized to form egalitarian relationships. MOVE-Davao and MR GAD were able to provide a nurturing environment where men can become gender advocates. They do not just create programs, plans and activities but more importantly they had raised a level of consciousness on gender and development that are translated towards their day-to-day activities, at home where they empower their wives and engage with their children and at their workplace where they are guided by working on with one’s basic human rights.
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