Sponsored by
Challenging Conversations: Talking Masculinity in Schools.
Online CPD Talk
Date: Thursday 11th September
Duration: 60 mins
Optional stay and chat: 30 mins​
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10 am | British Summer Time | BST | GMT+1
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11 am | Central Europe | CEST | GMT+2
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12 pm | Eastern Europe | EEST | GMT+3
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1 pm | Gulf Standard Time | GST | GMT+4
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2.30 pm | India | IST | GMT+5:30
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4 pm | Thailand | ICT | GMT+7
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5 pm | China / Singapore | CST/SGT | GMT+8
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6 pm | Japan | JST | GMT+9
Certification of training and attendance sent to ISN members upon completion of event.
About this event
With the release of Adolescence, a conversation that had been bubbling below the surface has ignited parents and teachers alike to discuss the impact that extremist content on social media is having, specifically on young people.
Research shows it takes just 30 minutes for a male TikTok account to start receiving misogynistic content. These harmful narratives are now showing up in classrooms, influencing attitudes and endangering the well-being of boys, girls and women.
In this 1 hr CPD session, we will unpack how extreme and unhealthy views on gender roles have led to a rise in misogyny and the impact this has for young boys and girls. Our experts will offer practical advice and guidance on how to build a supportive and inclusive environment to discuss masculinity, how to frame the conversation without shame or blame, and to invite students to consider the impact of the desensitisation of extremist views.
Our speakers
Hayley Wilson
Deputy Head of Senior School (Pastoral, Community and Wellbeing) at Kellett School, The British International School in Hong Kong
Hayley has been teaching for 18 years across 4 continents in British International Schools.
A pastoral leader since 2011, with a masters in leading Mental Health and wellbeing in schools and Level 3 counselling skills, Hayley has also written and lead bespoke training on how to be a Senior Mental Health Lead in an international setting.
Hayley is passionate about helping schools and educators do all that they can for the students in their care.
Peter Andrew Lynch
Assistant Headteacher (Whole School)- Head of Safeguarding and Pastoral Care/FOBISIA Executive Safeguarding Commitee (Region C)
Peter is an Academic, Pastoral, and Safeguarding Specialist with 13 years of international experience, committed to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments. His expertise in leadership, pastoral care, and safeguarding enables him to strengthen student wellbeing across diverse contexts.
He has designed programmes that build resilience and positive school culture, and advised leadership teams on safeguarding policies, training, and compliance with international standards. Collaborative by nature, Peter works with schools and organisations to advance student safety and academic excellence.
Stephen Feeney
Men’s Wellbeing Expert | Empowering Boys to Build Confidence & Embrace Healthy Masculinity | Proud Educator
Experienced International Educators, Stephen is the founder of an education initiative helping boys build positive behaviour, wellbeing, and identity through life skills and positive psychology.
With 14 years as a primary teacher and a Master’s in Positive & Coaching Psychology, Stephen now delivers school programmes, teacher CPD, and parent talks, equipping boys with tools for resilience, confidence, and healthy relationships.
Liz Laming
Senior Subject Specialists at the PSHE Association
Liz is a Senior Subject Specialist at the PSHE Association, the national body for personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education. She leads the Subject Specialist team, supporting over 50,000 teachers and schools with expert advice, training and resources, and oversees the Association’s work with international schools. Her focus is ensuring children and young people worldwide receive high quality education on relationships, mental health, online safety, financial literacy and careers. Liz also holds a Masters in Education, where she explored policy, the power of language, and delivering sensitive topics safely in the classroom.
Darren Goode
Experienced Senior Leader | T&L | Pastoral | Mental health first aider | Published Author
Darren is an experienced senior leader with expertise in teaching, pastoral care, mental health first aid and public speaking. He is Deputy Head of Secondary School (Pastoral) at the British School of Bucharest.
He holds a BA in Art from Brunel University, an MA in Education from St Mary’s University and a PGCE from London Metropolitan University, all in the United Kingdom.
Darren believes that language, our primary form of communication, provides an essential link between education and the real world. Through literature he encourages students to connect what they read with their own life experiences.
What can you expect to take away from this session?
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Recognise the influence of online extremism
Gain insight into how social media and online platforms can promote harmful gender stereotypes and extremist content, and understand the specific ways these messages are affecting the attitudes and behaviours of young people, particularly boys.
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Create safe, inclusive spaces for dialogue
Learn practical strategies to foster a classroom environment where students feel safe to explore and question ideas about masculinity, without fear of shame or judgment.
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Use language that encourages reflection, not blame
Discover how to frame discussions around gender and masculinity in a constructive way that invites critical thinking, encourages empathy, and avoids reinforcing defensiveness or division.
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Address desensitisation and build media literacy
Understand the psychological impact of repeated exposure to extreme content and develop tools to help students recognise, question, and resist harmful narratives in the media they consume.
Sponsoring this event:
PSHE Association
The PSHE Association is the national membership body and charity for Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education in England. It supports educators in the UK and around the world with high-quality lesson resources, guidance, and training to help young people develop the knowledge, skills, and resilience they need for life. The Association has been a leading voice in establishing Relationships, Sex, and Health Education as a core part of the curriculum, and shares its expertise internationally to support schools seeking best practices in wellbeing and personal development. Through its work, the PSHE Association champions effective education that equips all young people to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Agenda
Welcome and introduction:
Claire King - Community Manager for The International Schools Network​
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Session 1: The rising issues surrounding masculinity for young people.
​​Hayley Wilson - Deputy Head of Senior School (Pastoral, Community and Wellbeing) at Kellett School, The British International School in Hong Kong
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Session 2:
Liz Laming - Senior Subject Specialists at the PSHE Association
Session 3: Panel Discussion
Peter Andrew Lynch - Assistant Headteacher (Whole School)- Head of Safeguarding and Pastoral Care/FOBISIA Executive Safeguarding Commitee (Region C)
Stephen Feeney - Men’s Wellbeing Expert | Empowering Boys to Build Confidence & Embrace Healthy Masculinity | Proud Educator
Liz Laming- Senior Subject Specialists at the PSHE Association
Darren Goode - Deputy Head for Secondary Pastoral and Inclusion, Deputy DSL
Optional 30-minute stay and chat
Join us for an additional 30 minutes to discuss the event, share your experiences and connect with other international educators.
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