Daniel, a respected elder in his community, entered our Positive Masculinity training believing firmly that household chores were a woman’s responsibility. He had never helped at home, seeing it as outside his role.
As Daniel engaged in sessions on gender norms and positive masculinity, something shifted. He recognized the negative toll his beliefs had taken on his family dynamics.
I used to think that helping my wife in the kitchen would make me less of a man. Now I realize that real strength is in partnership and respect.
Daniel
This realization spurred action: Daniel began assisting with daily tasks, spending quality time with his children—and modeling a new, equitable version of masculinity.
Daniel shared that his family’s communication improved, and household tension decreased. But his impact reached beyond his home. Other men in the village now look to him as a role model, demonstrating how men can lead with empathy and partnership.
