1. Young Men Initiative 08.12.2015

2. To increase the uptake of healthy, non violent, and gender equitable lifestyles among youth in the Western Balkans A program focused addressing social norms around what it means to be a man in society. The program utilizes a gender and youth work framework to promote attitudes and behaviors that contribute to healthier lifestyles, gender equality and resolving of conflict without the use of violence. Aims of the Young Men Initiative

3. Young Men in the Western Balkans

4. Promoting Gender Equitable and Healthy Behaviors Individual (Agency)

5. School and Community Approaches (including sports) Working with other NGOs and local institutions Integrating minority youth, such as Roma Regional approach Engaging Youth

6. Promoting Gender Equitable and Healthy Behaviors Relational Parents Educators Real Men Campaign Parents Educators Real Men Campaign

7. Working with modified program with police Real men forum Social media, music and forum theater Macho Men play Mobilising Wider Community

8. Promoting Gender Equitable and Healthy Behaviors Structural Ministry for Education Ministry for Youth Gender Agencies Ministry for Education Ministry for Youth Gender Agencies

9. National curricula – M Centre violence prevention portal Expert seminars for school staff, youth professionals, social workers Working with young offenders and Ministry of justice EMB, Policy and IMAGES Addressing Policy and Sustainability

10. THANK YOU