Masculinities in Asia

What About the Boys?

The political impact of constructions of masculinity has been on everyone's lips since Trump's re-election, if not before. But what is the situation in Asia?

Our contributions from Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, Singapore, and South Korea show

how ideals of masculinity influence (young) generations and even entire nations,
how men themselves suffer from hegemonic masculinity, and
how queer interventions and traditional Asian ideas can offer alternatives.

Cambodia

Getting Rid of Gendered Stereotypes in Cambodia

Analysis

Rigid gender norms in Cambodia continue to reinforce a version of masculinity that tends to stifle progress toward gender equality. These outdated norms harm both women and men, fueling gender-based violence, and stigmatizing nonconformity.

Kong Sreynou

Many people believe it is acceptable for a husband to hit his wife in certain situations.

Masculinities in Asia

What About the Boys?

Getting Rid of Gendered Stereotypes in Cambodia

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