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£3.9 Million Initiative Fights Toxic Masculinity Through Sports

10/1/2025

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Comic Relief launched a £3.9 million program to combat toxic masculinity and promote gender equality UK-wide.
Supported by Mary Earps, the initiative will engage boys and young men through sports.
Seven community organizations will implement the program across London and the West Midlands.
Participants will receive education, mentoring, and peer-led sessions to challenge harmful behaviors and address violence against women.

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Story summary

Comic Relief launched a £3.9 million program to combat toxic masculinity and promote gender equality UK-wide.
Supported by Mary Earps, the initiative will engage boys and young men through sports.
Seven community organizations will implement the program across London and the West Midlands.
Participants will receive education, mentoring, and peer-led sessions to challenge harmful behaviors and address violence against women.