Masculinity, Fatherhood & the Workplace – Unpacking the “Disregarding Discourse”
Join us for a compelling exploration into how modern fathers navigate the workplace while grappling with societal expectations of masculinity. This webinar unveils fresh insights from recent research that delves into online discussions around fatherhood, revealing how men manage mistreatment and identity through a powerful mechanism known as “disregarding discourse.”
We’ll unpack how fathers maintain hegemonic masculinity while balancing work and care, and how they respond to criticism by actively dismissing it—an emerging strategy that reshapes our understanding of gender dynamics in professional settings.
Key themes include:
- The reality of “fatherhood forfeits” and the “patriarchal deficit”
- A newly identified challenge: “impeded attractiveness”
- How masculinity is preserved and performed in the post-COVID workplace
- What organisations can do to support fathers and promote true gender equality
🗓️ This is a must-attend event for anyone interested in gender studies, workplace culture, and the evolving role of fatherhood in society.
