Higher Unlearning is excited to share this guest blog piece by Joel Anderson originally posted by Stop Street Harassment. *click Joel’s picture for the original article* “As boys, we had to learn that all women and girls deserved better than our crude war-room banter, whether it came at camp or from our favorite musicians. We would need … Continue reading »
Jeff Perera feels we need more men speaking out against violence happening to women and less men getting defensive like the ‘SaveFace’ “Men build too many walls and not enough bridges.” – Isaac Newton “You gotta have ‘game’ Bro.” Whether from popular movies, classmates or advertising, Men and Boys are surrounded with thoughts and messages … Continue reading »
___ Looking ahead to speaking at the second Slutwalk in Toronto where the worldwide movement started: Higher Unlearning and White Ribbon Campaign’s Jeff Perera looks back at the initial Walk heard ’round the world, why he agreed to speak at this year’s event, and is honoured to do so. “When a man gives his … Continue reading »
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson . My partner Lee-Ann has two girls, Kat’Rena (12) and Kahlie (10). I have been with them for 6 years now and have had the joy and honour of being a part of … Continue reading »
Another example of an ad trying to tell you that being a ‘Real Man’ is a cost paid by Women and felt by Men. As International Anti-Street Harassment Week approaches, Jeff Perera explores how these streets intersect. Meet Abarth… Fiat is an Italian automobile manufacturer that has struggled to make it in the North American … Continue reading »
