Workshop on Men, Masculinities and Gender Justice
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Workshop by Ahmad Faraz - Gender Equality Advisor for War Child Alliance
This dynamic and participatory four-hour workshop invites participants to explore the role of men and masculinities in advancing gender justice. Through engaging discussions, real-world case-studies, and interactive exercises, the session unpacks how social norms around masculinity influence power, privilege, and inequality. Participants will reflect on the impact of masculine norms on themselves and society and learn how positive masculinity can be harnessed to promote fairness and inclusivity.
The workshop emphasizes practical strategies for fostering gender-equitable spaces and encourages participants to take personal and collective action. By the end of the session, participants will have a deeper understanding of their roles in creating a more just society and a personal action plan to challenge inequities and champion gender justice in their communities and workplaces.
Who can participate?
Students and staff of University of Antwerp. All genders, sex and sexual orientations are welcome. However, we would especially like to emphasize on men's participation.
A maximum of 25 participation. Free registration.
Register quickly before the seats are all filled up.
Workshop duration
4 hours with 45 mins break in between, lunch will be provided
Bio of the facilitator
Ahmad Faraz is an international development and humanitarian professional with over nine years of experience specializing in the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda (WPS) and United Nations Peacebuilding Fund initiatives. Based in Amsterdam, he serves as the Global Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Advisor for War Child Alliance, where he has spearheaded significant projects across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. His expertise includes gender justice, social inclusion, human rights, climate justice and managing multi-stakeholder initiatives focused on curbing gender-based violence by engaging boys and young men. He has managed projects and initiatives in Palestine, Colombia, Yemen, Jordan, Uganda, India and Lebanon.