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The American Institute for Boys and Men is non-partisan, non-profit research organization focused on the wellbeing of boys and men. Not affiliated with AIBM. Unofficial account to repost AIBM research from other platforms.
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Vocationally-oriented learning seems to benefit boys and men more than girls and women—on average. A study of Connecticut’s 17 technical high schools showed a 10 percentage-point higher graduation rate for male students than traditional schools. aibm.org/research/res... #socsky #AcademicSky 🧪

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There are fewer Black men enrolled at HBCUs than in the mid-70s. Interventions in K-12 education in Black communities, increasing the representation of Black male teachers, and expanding HBCU funding could all help increase Black male enrollment. aibm.org/research/hbc... #socsky #AcademicSky🧪

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“There is strong evidence that socialization and norms contribute to men’s reluctance to seek out the care they may need. The policy challenge is clear: we must lower the barriers for boys and men accessing mental health care.” Check it out: aibm.org/research/men... #socsky #AcademicSky🧪

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Children with fathers engaged in “activation parenting” tend to have better self-regulation and fewer emotional difficulties. Fathers also challenge their children via language—asking more “wh-” questions—stimulating language development. Check it out: aibm.org/research/dad... #socsky #AcademicSky🧪

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Dads matter. As mothers have entered the labor force in greater numbers, fathers have reduced the amount of time they spend in paid work, and increased the time they spend completing household activities and caring for their children. Check it out: aibm.org/research/dad... #socsky #AcademicSky🧪

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We released a new research brief “Missing Misters: Gender Diversity among Teachers”. Fewer than 1 in 4 teachers are men, and this brief examines their representation across classrooms, race, and place. Check it out: hi.switchy.io/LHwr #socsky #AcademicSky

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#maleteachers are missing. Boys are less likely to see someone who looks like them in the classroom, especially boys of color. Read more about these disparities in our latest research brief: hi.switchy.io/LQ2k #socsky #gendersky #AcademicSky

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Education-Level Voting Gaps Are Highest Among Men, White People Over all, college graduates voted for Harris by 13 points more than they did Trump. But that gap was even starker for certain demographics. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/3YJpJA4

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Our latest research brief on male K-12 teachers is out. Here are a few facts on how men become teachers as well as how & why they leave. aibm.org/research/7-k...

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We're the American Institute for Boys and Men (Unofficial Account), a nonpartisan research organization launched in 2023 by Richard V. Reeves. We believe addressing the challenges for boys and men today is NOT a zero sum game! Learn more about the impetus for our work at aibm.org.

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