The video below titled “Men Creating Peace – Challenging the Male-Role Belief System,” created by Oakland North, discusses the organization’s efforts to help men recognize and transform harmful beliefs about masculinity that contribute to abusive behaviors. It features testimonials from participants who share their experiences and growth through the program, highlighting the importance of accountability, empathy, and developing healthier relationships.
Summary
This video focuses on Men Creating Peace (MCP), a violence prevention and anger management program in Alameda County. It helps men, often court-referred, take accountability for their violent behaviors, particularly in domestic situations. The program begins with participants acknowledging their actions and exploring how their anger escalates. A concept called the “hit man” represents their violent tendencies, and they work to identify and control this part of themselves.
Facilitators, many of whom have personal experiences with violence, guide discussions where participants share stories and support one another. Survivors of violence also speak to the group in later stages, increasing participants’ understanding of the impact of their actions. Many men express gratitude for the program, realizing that violence extends beyond physical acts to emotional and financial abuse. The program ultimately aims to foster personal responsibility, self-awareness, and lasting behavioral change.
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