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During a live television interview via the Antigua and Barbuda Broadcasting Services (ABS), the Directorate of Gender Affairs (DoGA) will be commencing the relaunch and second installment of The Men\u2019s Critical Issues Series<\/strong>.<\/p>

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The Objective of this series is to examine the ways existing social constructs and gender norms impact men and boys, sparking discussion on possible solutions to address the problems identified.<\/p>\n

The first episode of the series will focus on men\u2019s Experience of Gender Based and Sexual Violence.<\/p>

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Men and boys are increasingly facing numerous issues that can negatively impact their overall behaviors and attitudes, potentially diminishing their ability to be positive and impactful contributory members of society.<\/p>

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Acting Director of the Directorate of Gender Affairs, Mr. Jamie Saunders stated that one of the major reasons for DoGA hosting this series is because \u201cMen and boys have been severely lacking a platform for their issues to be meaningfully heard, discussed and taken seriously\u201d.<\/p>\n

Saunders added that \u201cGender equality encompasses issues affecting both men and women and the Directorate will be making a concerted effort to ensure that tangible and sustainable solutions are conceptualized and undertaken to address the challenges facing men and boys in Antigua and Barbuda.\u201d<\/p>

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Over the next 4 months, the Men\u2019s Critical Issues Series will cover a variation of topics, which include: Fatherhood & Paternity,\u00a0 Men\u2019s Health and Suicide, Men\u2019s Susceptibility to Alcohol and Drug Use and Men\u2019s Education and Professional Development, all leading up to a special event being held in November for International Men\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n

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