Media Resources By Topic: men

This bibliography includes references to books, video and curricula that aim to inform the public about sexual violence and its aftermath.

This is often a difficult topic to discuss and to learn about. We hope that this list will prove useful to individuals and groups searching for information on this topic. These lists are provided for information purposes only. The Arizona Department of Health Services and the University of Arizona do not specifically endorse the materials listed herein. For more information about a specific resource please contact the listed publisher or distributor directly.

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Masculinities, Violence and Culture
Using biological, psychological, sociological, and anthropological theoretical models of masculinity and violence, this book focuses on violence as a predominantly male gendered activity. 262-page book
Suzanne E. Hatty
http://www.sagepub.com/
2000
English
Book
Other
Sage Publications
community attitudes/responses | men
Sexual Assault in Context: Teaching College Men About Gender
A manual that addresses issues of masculinity and their contribution to sexual violence against women. 144-page book
Christopher Kilmartin
www.amazon.com
2001
English
Book
College
Men
Learning Publications
college | men | prevention
The Working with Men & Boys to Prevent Gender-Based Violence Tool Kit
A 10-lesson plan for men and boys designed to prevent gender-based violence. It provides readings, case studies, handouts, exercises, and other resources as well as community-building tools. Toolkit available in web-based format as an HTML document.
Family Violence Prevention Fund
http://toolkit.endabuse.org/Home
2004
English
Curricula
Practitioners / Professionals and Service Providers
child abuse | men | prevention
How to Help a Sexual Assault Survivor: What Men Can do
An all male peer education program designed to increase male empathy and compassion for female victims of rape and reduce male likelihood of assault. Available in DVD format
http://www.oneinfourusa.org/products.php
2002
English
Video
College
Fraternities
High school
Men
Military
Sports teams
NO MORE, Inc.
men | survivors
The Police Rape Training Video produced by NO MORE, Inc. (Second Edition)
Universities, the military, and community outreach organizations. Description: Helping men understand the experience of and recovery from male rape. Available in DVD format. *Contains graphic language
http://www.oneinfourusa.org/products.php
2002
English
Video
College
Military
Practitioners / Professionals and Service Providers
NO MORE, Inc.
men
MACHO
The Men’s Group of Managua calls upon men to end violence against women. 26-minute video available in VHS or DVD format
Lucinda Broadbent
www.wmm.com
2000
Spanish with English subtitles
Video
Men
Women Make Movies, Inc.
men | underserved
Wrestling with Manhood: Boys, Bullying & Battering
A critique of professional wrestling mania and images of masculinity as linked with homophobia, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence. These media come with a viewer discretion warning regarding physical and sexual violence and profanity. 60-minute DVD
Sut Jhally
http://www.mediaed.org/videos/index_html
2002
English
Video
Not provided
Ronit Ridberg
media | men
Prison Rape: Part of the Punishment?
Challenges societal acceptance of prison rape as a consequence of criminal justice. 22-minute video available in VHS or DVD format
http://www.films.com
2001
English
Video
Not provided
men | prisons
MACHO
The Men’s Group of Managua calls upon men to end violence against women. 26-minute video available in VHS or DVD format. Spanish with English subtitles
Lucinda Broadbent
http://www.wmm.com/filmcatalog/pages/c527.shtml
2000
Spanish
Video
Men
Women Make Movies, Inc.
men
The Macho Paradox: Why Some Men Hurt Women and How All Men Can Help
Through personal stories and experiences, this book discusses gender violence, sexism and race/ethnicity, and tools to prevent sexual violence, harassment, and child sexual abuse. 304-page book
Jackson Katz
www.amazon.com
2006
English
Book
Not provided
Sourcebooks, Inc.
community attitudes/responses | men | prevention
Dude, You’re a Fag: Masculinity and Sexuality in High School
Analysis of masculinity and the use of the word ‘fag’ in the sexuality of high school boys. 240-page book
C.J. Pascoe
www.amazon.com
2007
English
Book
Not provided
University of California Press
adolescents | men
Getting Off: Pornography and the End of Masculinity
Discusses pornography and its impact on how men treat women as well as how men define manhood. 200-page book
Robert Jensen
www.amazon.com
2007
English
Book
Not provided
South End Press
media | men
Men’s Work: How to Stop the Violence that Tears Our Live Apart
Describes approaches to reducing male violence by targeting control and aggression issues. 328-page book
Paul Kivel
www.amazon.com
English
Book
Men
Hazelden Publishing
community attitudes/responses | men
Young Men’s Work Complete DVD Collection
Explores different ways to help young men deal with problems without using aggressive behavior and violence. Includes a 26-minute DVD, facilitator guide, and handbooks
Paul Kivel
http://www.hazelden.org/OA_HTML/ibeCCtpItmDspRte.jsp?section=&item=12644&sitex=10020:22372:US
1998
English
Curricula
Juvenile corrections
Practitioners / Professionals and Service Providers
Schools
Hazelden
adolescents | men | prevention
Young Men’s Work Teen Workbook: Stopping Violence and Building Community
Helps teen males to get a better understanding of how social structure ties in to violence and the importance of ending violence against women. Includes workbooks
Allan Creighton and Paul Kivel
http://www.hazelden.org/OA_HTML/ibeCCtpItmDspRte.jsp?section=&item=1138&sitex=10020:22372:US
2001
English
Curricula
Adolescents
Men
Hazelden
adolescents | men | prevention
Transgender Basics
Shares personal stories from the LGBT community regarding sex, identity and gender roles. 20-minute internet video (free).
Rosa Juel Nordentoft
http://www.gaycenter.org/community/multimedia/transgenderbasics
2008
English
Online Video
Practitioners / Professionals and Service Providers
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
glbtq | men
Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes
Interviews with famous rappers in which topics of sexism, masculinity, and cultural influence is discussed. 60-minute DVD. Discount pricing for high schools, community colleges, and non-profit organizations. Preview available at http://www.bhurt.com/beyondBeatsAndRhymes.php
Byron Hurt
http://www.mediaed.org/
2006
English
Video
Not provided
Byron Hurt & Sabrina Schmidt Gordon
media | men
Tough Guise: Violence, Media, and the Crisis in Masculinity (unabridged)
Introduces a media literacy tool to students to examine media and culture influences on gender identities, especially masculinity. 82-minute DVD. Discount pricing for high schools, community colleges, and non-profit organizations.
Jackson Katz
http://www.mediaed.org/
1999
English
Video
College
High school
Sut Jhally
adolescents | college | media | men
Real Talk: Engaging Young Men as Allies to End Violence Against Women
Poetry, dance, and interviews are used in a group of men to discuss harassment and violence against women. 28-minute DVD
Young Women’s Action Team
http://www.beyondmedia.org/catalogue.html
English
Video
Adolescents
Children
Pre-teens
Beyondmedia Education
adolescents | harassment | men
Straightlaced

Focuses on how media influences culture, body image, and behavior based on stories told by teens who consider themselves straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, or questioning.

http://groundspark.org/our-films-and-campaigns/straightlaced
English
Video
Adolescents
GroundSpark
Adolescents | adolescents | community attitudes/responses | glbtq | media | men

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