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Teachers Warn of 'Masculinity Crisis' Amid Rising Misogyny

4/4/2026

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In the United Kingdom, teachers' leaders warn of a 'masculinity crisis' in schools due to rising misogynistic abuse.
A NASUWT survey finds nearly 25% of female teachers faced misogyny from students in the past year.
Matt Wrack, NASUWT general secretary, calls for better support and training for teachers.
The National Education Union ties harmful online content to misogyny, and the Department for Education develops guidance.

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Story summary

In the United Kingdom, teachers' leaders warn of a 'masculinity crisis' in schools due to rising misogynistic abuse.
A NASUWT survey finds nearly 25% of female teachers faced misogyny from students in the past year.
Matt Wrack, NASUWT general secretary, calls for better support and training for teachers.
The National Education Union ties harmful online content to misogyny, and the Department for Education develops guidance.