Overview
Men are influenced by their upbringing, experience, and social environment which play a big
role in determining one’s view on masculinity and manhood. The most dominant form of
manhood is called, “hegemonic masculinity” which is characterized by several key tenants: 1.) distance oneself from femininity; 2.) restrict emotions; 3.) be tough and aggressive (avoid vulnerability); 4.) be seen as highly sexual with women; and 5.) prove one’s heterosexuality via homophobia. This program will challenge statistic driven narratives and reveal the code. This code does not discriminate or drive the vehicle of hidden emotions, hate, isolation, and homophobia. During this program, the speaker will use interactive and innovative approaches to create an anti-oppressive view for the audience to see success. This success is not gender specific but connected to the uplift of each other coupled with the release of emotions without criticism.
Learning Outcomes
- Learn the factors that influence men, masculinity, and manhood.
- Gain an understanding of "hegemonic masculinity."
- Understand the basis for homophobia.
- Gain an anti-oppressive view while still staying true to oneself.
Speaker
Jarrod Benjamin
Mr. Jarrod D. Benjamin is the Florida International University Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program Director and Adjunct Professor. He currently manages and develops curriculum embedded certifications for the Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy. He serves as a subject matter expert on the $3 million dollar Intelligence Community-Center of Academic Excellence consortium grant. His work on this grant provides a career pipeline for students to receive career opportunity in the Intelligence Community. Jarrod specializes in various business related issues, anti-hazing, and urban development.