Children as young as 11 who demonstrate misogynistic behaviour will be taught the difference between pornography and real relationships, as part of a multimillion-pound investment to tackle misogyny in England’s schools, the Guardian understands.

On the eve of the government publishing its long-awaited strategy to halve violence against women and girls (VAWG) in a decade, David Lammy told the Guardian that the battle “begins with how we raise our boys”, adding that toxic masculinity and keeping girls and women safe were “bound together”.

As part of the government’s flagship strategy, which was initially expected in the spring, teachers will be able to send young people at risk of causing harm on behavioural courses, and will be trained to intervene if they witness disturbing or worrying behaviour.

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    This isn’t about teaching it, that would presumably be covered for all. This is about a behavioural course which is something very different.

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      That’s an odd phrase: is a behavioural course more of a therapy or treatment than educational instruction? I was expecting a unit in health class that goes roughly

      hey class, porn is fake & unrealistic fantasy just for getting the viewer off. here are more positive models for approaching a partner & communicating about sex as a way to build keen interest & consent. everyone’s different: actively share & listen to each other’s preferences to ensure a good time.

      also, beware of that manosphere propaganda: many dangerous & idiotic ideas there preying on the lonely & misinformed.