Join our discussion exploring the rise of the manosphere and misogynistic influencers, their role in conversations about different forms of masculinity, and their impact on society.

We will be discussing:

• Humanist perspectives on and ideas for challenging/fostering toxic and positive masculinity.
• How the manosphere reinforces ideas of religious gender hierarchy, as well as making use of pseudosecular and pseudoscientific narratives such as around evolutionary psychology.
• The origin and meaning of terms such as ‘alpha male’, ‘incel’, and the ‘loneliness epidemic’, and their impact on people of all genders.
• Strategies for promoting critical thinking, deradicalisation and reconciliation.
   

Update: 29 September

We were originally going to be joined by James Bloodworth – author of the compelling new book Lost Boys: A Personal Journey Through the Manosphere – unfortunately he’s had to pull out of this event, and sends his apologies.
 

Other activities

• Food and refreshments: We’ll provide tea and coffee, and encourage you to bring cakes, sandwiches, or other snacks to share, if you are able. We'd appreciate it if anything you bring for sharing is labelled, including any allergens.
   
• Kids' activities: There will be arts and crafts, and other kids' activities available in the breakout space adjacent to the main room. These are not volunteer-supervised and adults remain responsible for their children.

Welcome to Haywards Heath Humanists

If you’re a humanist, humanist-curious, or humanist-friendly, you’re very welcome at our events. We’re sure you’ll learn something interesting and meet some cool people. Our new local group brings non-religious people together to be happier and more fulfilled and to be a force for good in our community. If you have any ideas for making Haywards Heath Humanists more welcoming and effective - we’d love to hear from you.

About the venue

The Redwood Centre is the headquarters of the Mid Sussex District Scouts, and is part of the Clair Hall complex. The entrance is to the left hand side of the main building, when viewed from the street. Look for the Scouts logo and Haywards Heath Humanists banner. There is onsite parking and the venue is within 5 mins walk from both Haywards Heath train station and Perrymount Road bus stops.

Everything will take place on the ground floor and there is level access. The front door is not power assisted, however we will try to keep it open. If you have any additional accessibility needs, please get in touch or speak to a volunteer on the day.