EPISODE TWO: Why Toxic Masculinity Must be Taught In Health Class Education from an Equal

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With the #metoo movement continuing to gain popularity after its reignition in 2017, consent has been a hot topic in politics and at the office, however, it has not yet made its way to the most important place: the classroom. In many states, the discussion of consent is disregarded, which results in a lack of understanding that is crucial for teens developing their sense of morality. This is perpetuated by the issue of toxic masculinity, which is also often left out of curriculums. We will be critiquing the lack of consent education, and looking at the way a discussion of toxic masculinity could benefit the conversation.

With the #metoo movement continuing to gain popularity after its reignition in 2017, consent has been a hot topic in politics and at the office, however, it has not yet made its way to the most important place: the classroom. In many states, the discussion of consent is disregarded, which results in a lack of understanding that is crucial for teens developing their sense of morality. This is perpetuated by the issue of toxic masculinity, which is also often left out of curriculums. We will be critiquing the lack of consent education, and looking at the way a discussion of toxic masculinity could benefit the conversation.