The drift to the manosphere – should we be worried for our young men?
Are young men being persuaded by dangerous ideas in the manosphere? This digital ecosystem of male-centred content and communities ranges from self-improvement to overt misogyny has resulted in moral outrage. But do we know enough about it and why it is attracting young men.
At our June event, (10th June 2026) two eminent researchers in this field will discuss whether the drift of young men to these dangerous ideas is as widespread as portrayed. They will also examine the factors driving the drift and the broader socio-political and economic context which attracts young men to these ideas
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2025 Program
Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month from March to November, covering a range of topics.
Past Events
Dr Karl: Scientific reasons to be optimistic for 2021
WHEN: Wednesday 11 November 2020, 7pm – 8pm
WHERE: Online via Facebook and Zoom
America at the Crossroads?
WHEN: Wednesday 14 October 2020, 7pm – 8pm
WHERE: Online via Facebook and Zoom
The value of the arts –now more than ever
WHEN: Wednesday 9th September 2020, 7pm - 8pm
WHERE: Online via Facebook and Zoom
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