Resources

In the book The Gatekeepers: Engaging Pashtun Men for Gender Justice and Girls' Education, Dr. Aamir Jamal explores Pashtun men's pivotal role in shaping girls' access to education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. As gatekeepers of cultural norms and values, these men are uniquely positioned to promote gender equity and access to education. Dr. Jamal's compelling work is grounded in personal experience and field research.

This article examines common approaches to involving men in preventing violence against women. Dr. Michael Flood suggests that while some strategies have proven effective, many focus too narrowly on changing individual attitudes rather than addressing structural inequalities. The paper offers nuanced and inclusive approaches to engaging men in gender work.