What it means to be a better ally to women

Before we delve into a summary of the action points from the discussion, it’s important that we outline a few key concepts surrounding sexism. Sexism is, after all, a system, and understanding systems are central to changing them.

What is sexism?

What is an ally to women?

An ally is a member of an advantaged group who advocates and takes action to support a marginalised group. An ally to women is someone who: expresses as little sexism in his own behaviour as possible; understands the social privilege accorded to him by his gender and other markers of privilege and; actively addresses gender inequities. Being an ally is not about being perfect — it’s about making a commitment to improving yourself and the world around you.

Why are male allies important?

This brings us to the main question — “how can men be better allies to women”?

While this article focuses on a few steps that men can take towards becoming better allies to women in the workplace, we have to recognise that a holistic approach is critical to overcoming a deep-seated system of prejudice which plays out within and beyond the workplace. It takes all agents of society (women and girls included) to dismantle a system that has become entrenched in our culture. Individual agency alone will not suffice, but it is a start.

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