FEMINISM, MEN AND THE STUDY OF MASCULINITY WHICH WAY NOW?

Abstract

Through reference to contemporary feminist literature, this article explores the potential of men's involvement in feminism. Although primarily a women's movement, it is argued that there is scope for men to make a significant contribution to both feminist theory and practice. It stresses that men must live feminism in their everyday lives. In the second half of the paper it is suggested that men should engage in the project of re‐thinking existing notions of masculinity. In this connection it briefly outlines a reconceptualisation which is shown to be of benefit to feminist scholarship. As conclusion, an agenda for future research of masculinity is proposed.

Citation

Shepherd, M. (1997), "FEMINISM, MEN AND THE STUDY OF MASCULINITY WHICH WAY NOW?", International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, Vol. 17 No. 1/2, pp. 116-128. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb013295