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2.3Practical Tools, Manuals, and Training Materials

http://www.siyanda.org/docs/avellan_cuantogane.DOC (Spanish)

This handbook for men migrating from Nicaragua to Costa Rica encourages them to consider issues of masculinity, relationships, fatherhood and gender equality. Differences in women's and men's migration from Nicaragua to Costa Rica are explored. For example, nine out of ten women send money home, while only six out of ten men do. The booklet argues that “real” men take responsibility for their families and see themselves as neither superior nor inferior to women. Men are encouraged to show affection to their children and not to hit them, and to take over childcare tasks if their wives migrate. The strains migration can put on men's relationships with their partners are discussed, and it is suggested that machismo (the association of masculinity with strength, aggression and domination of women) will exacerbate these strains, while greater equality can help reduce them. Explanations, key facts, and a list of useful contacts are included, as well as questions for reflection, such as 'how does acting macho benefit men?'

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The workshop on ‘Men, Violence and Social Crisis’ is part of a course on masculinities held by CANTERA, a Nicaraguan non-governmental organisation working to end gender-based violence through popular education workshops (see Networking and Contact Details section). The objective of the workshop is to analyse the roots of men’s violence and assess the effects that it has on them, their families, and the community. This document presents the proceedings of the workshop and some of the tools used. Children’s games were analysed to determine how much violence is built into them and to see how this influences the way that ideas about masculinity are constructed among children. The document also looks at how violence is differently experienced by men and women. Some new non-violent practices are proposed, including at the personal, family, social and political levels and in the workplace. At the personal level, for instance, it is important to be self-reflective in order to change violent attitudes and behaviour towards other people and to accept that other people are entitled to having different views from one’s own. At the family level, recommendations emphasise the importance of building new loving relationships with partners and children, and learning to listen and be more democratic. The training manual is available in Spanish.

http://toolkit.endabuse.org/Home

In November 2003, the anti-violence NGO in the United States – the Family Violence Prevention Fund – launched an online toolkit for working with men and boys to end gender-based violence. It provides readings, case studies, handouts, exercises, and other resources in the form of a 10-lesson workplan. Issues addressed include: why work with men and boys; examples of good practices and programmes; work with young men and work with schools; and cross cultural solidarity. Anyone is welcome to use these materials, whether they are already working with men and boys to prevent gender-based violence, or are simply investigating the possibilities.

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English: http://www.promundo.org.br/396

Spanish: http://www.promundo.org.br/396?locale=es

Portuguese: http://www.promundo.org.br/396?locale=pt_BR

Program H stimulates young men to question traditional masculine gender norms (the culturally accepted definitions for being a man in a given society). It promotes discussion and reflection about both the ‘costs’ of traditional versions of masculinity for both men and women, and the advantages of gender equitable behaviours, such as better care of men’s own health. Program H, which has been replicated in several parts of Brazil and throughout the world, has developed 5 training manuals which aim to support young men to question traditional gender norms. The five volumes are: Sexuality and Reproductive Health; Fatherhood and Care-giving; From Violence to Peaceful Coexistence; Reasons and Emotions; and Preventing and Living with HIV/AIDS. Each manual contains a theoretical introduction to each theme, a description of the group activities and a list of references for further research.

International HIV/AIDS Alliance (2003) ‘Between Men: HIV/STI Prevention for Men Who Have Sex with Men’, Key Population Series

http://synkronweb.aidsalliance.org/graphics/secretariat/publications/msm0803_between_men_Eng.pdf

Sex between men is one of the primary ways in which HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are passed on. Yet official indifference or hostility means that there are few prevention and care programmes for men who have sex with men in developing countries. It also means that little research has been undertaken to discover how many men are at risk and how best to provide them with the information they need to protect themselves and their sexual partners. “Between Men” gives an overview of basic issues for men who have sex with men in the context of HIV and other STIs. The booklet also provides ideas for developing prevention programmes with and for these men. It is intended for people or organisations who provide support to non-governmental organisations (NGOs) starting HIV/STI prevention work with and for men who have sex with men. The resource is structured into four main sections. The first section discusses why and how men have sex with men, and social and personal issues such as dealing with homophobia. The second section looks at sexual health and HIV prevention, and considers how to assess vulnerability and risk. It also discusses what to consider when designing HIV/STI prevention programmes for and with men who have sex with men – such as the need for skills-building in the use of condoms and lubricants. Section three outlines strategies and activities to enable men who have sex with men to develop HIV/STI prevention and care programmes themselves. The final section lists useful resources for further contacts and information.

(Summary adapted from the resource.)

http://www.sahayogindia.org/English%20manual.pdf

This manual is a resource for trainers working with men and boys around issues of citizenship, rights, gender, sexuality, violence and health in India. The content is guided by a social justice and equity perspective and is 'male-centred' in its approach. There are six distinct modules: Equity and Equality, Gender, Sexuality, Health, Violence, and Facilitation Skills. Each module includes the different sessions' aims, activities, handouts and facilitation notes. Facilitators’ notes include the theoretical issues that need to be highlighted, as well as specific experiences and struggles that facilitators may need to share as role models of gender-sensitive men. References for further reading are also given. Videos, discussions and case studies form part of the training. Summary adapted from the resource.

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http://www.aidsalliance.org/sw7370.asp

South Asia currently has very few services addressing the needs of men who have sex with men (MSM) and gay men, and many experience discrimination when accessing mainstream health care services. This means there is a major gap in services for a large group of people living with HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. This manual, published in India by the International HIV/AIDS Alliance in collaboration with the Naz Foundation (India) Trust, is intended for non-governmental and community-based organisations in South Asia wanting to develop health services for MSM and gay men. The manual is divided into two parts. Part one raises awareness of issues affecting MSM and gay men in relation to their sexual health; part two focuses on how to integrate issues related to MSM and gay men into NGO programmes. The exercises use a variety of tools which include: case studies, role-plays, small group work, brainstorms and other learning techniques.

(Summary adapted from the resource.)