Gender equality activists and researchers address male attitudes toward sexual violence

A new survey by the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre examines the attitudes of young men toward sexual violence and consent. The research aims to identify how social attitudes influence safety and where public education is required to help young people understand the boundaries of freely given, informed consent that can be withdrawn at any time.

In a related discussion regarding the eradication of rape culture, activists and experts are addressing the role of male socialization in sexual violence. Following a high-profile lawsuit at Cornell University involving the ‘Cornell seven’, advocates are emphasizing the necessity of engaging men in conversations about gender inequality, misogyny, and power structures to address the root causes of sexual violence.