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Andrew Bernard Natasha Eeles Rachel Fenn Laura Coryton, MBE
Healthy Relationships & Founder & CEO Co-Chair of the English Founder, Sex Ed Matters
PSHE Expert Bold Voices Sub Group Campaigner and Author
Innovative Enterprise End Sexism in Schools

Part of HCUK Group

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“Misogyny is a growing scourge in our classrooms and if we fail to tackle it now, we
store up huge problems for society in years to come…Female pupils and teachers
deserve the right to a safe space, but it is evident that content from influencers such as
Andrew Tate is having a lasting and damaging impact on boys and young men.”
Bridget Phillipson, the Shadow Education Secretary
“Sexism in schools is symptomatic of gender inequality across our society. Using
education to prevent sexist ideas and attitudes is vital – but only with a whole
school approach and an approach that’s supportive of schools.”
Daniel Kebede, General Secretary, National Education Union
New research commissioned by Vodafone has highlighted a big rise sexist language being used in the
classroom, with 70% of teachers reporting hearing such language within the last year. The report also states
that 1 in 5 parents have noticed a change in how their sons talk about women and girls. Labour have pledged
to take action to tackle the increase in misogynistic behaviour, that are coming about in response to the rise
of online influencers and content.
Join us for this brand new, full day conference to help ensure that your school is equipped to combat misogyny
and create a safe, respectful learning environment for all. You will come away with a deeper understanding of
the prevalence and impact of misogyny in schools, advice on curriculum integration and practical strategies
for taking a whole school preventative approach.
With plenty of time built into the day for group discussion and feedback, this highly interactive conference
will give to chance to get advice on the challenges you are currently facing.

Who should attend?

DSLs, DDSLs, pastoral leads, headteachers, assistant heads, deputy heads and other members of the
leadership team.

This conference will enable you to:

• Address ongoing concerns around the increase of misogynistic behaviours in education settings
• Understand how these behaviours can impact pupils and the wider school community
• Better understand the type of content available online
• Recognise different types of sexism and misogyny, including those directed towards staff
• Ensure you are responding consistently to enforce school policies and procedures
• Support students and staff who have experienced misogynistic behaviour
• Take steps to integrate gender equality across the curriculum and encourage critical thinking
• Champion a whole-school approach to tackling sexism
• Understand how you can work with boys to promote positive healthy masculinity and challenge toxic
stereotypes
• Work alongside parents and the community to promote respectful behaviour
• Discuss with colleagues concerns around misogyny in your school

Visit our website www.educationconferencesuk.co.uk tel 01932 429933 #misogynyinschools

09.45 Chair’s Welcome and Introduction
Andrew Bernard, Healthy Relationships & PSHE Expert, Innovative Enterprise

09.55 Understanding the prevalence and impact of misogyny in schools

Natasha Eeles • The current scale of the problem
Founder & CEO • The rise in misogynistic content online
• Understanding the potential impact of misogyny
Bold Voices
on pupils and the wider school community

10.35 Gendered approaches to combatting misogyny in schools

Jo Morgan • The rationale for adopting a gendered approach to

Award-winning Professional Speaker, Trainer and Consultant discussions on misogyny
• Empowering girls
Engendering Change
• Empowering boys

11.15 Breakout discussions and feedback: Exploring your experiences

11.25 Comfort Break & Virtual Networking

11.45 Addressing misogyny in the curriculum

Rachel Fenn • The importance of looking beyond PSHE when it comes to
Co-Chair of the English Sub Group the curriculum’s role in perpetuating sexism and misogyny
• What sexism looks like in the academic curriculum
End Sexism in Schools
and its consequences, using our findings from
our English research as a case study
• How to tackle sexism across the curriculum
- practical steps schools can take

12.30 Lunch Break & Virtual Networking

13.00 Championing a whole school preventative approach to tackling sexism

Laura Coryton MBE • Challenging harmful sexual cultures
Founder, Sex Ed Matters • Raising awareness of gender inequalities and stereotypes
Campaigner and Author • Promoting gender equality

13.45 Breakout discussions and feedback: Tackling misogynistic behaviour towards school staff

14.05 Addressing the needs of boys and young men

Rosie Ferris • Promoting healthy masculinity
Head of PSHE • Challenging toxic stereotypes
St Paul’s School • Teaching boys to call each other out

14.50 Utilising learners as leaders for cultural change

Lloyd Stone • Learners as role models
Founder • How Staff can model desirable behaviours
• Putting in place mentorship programmes
SpeakUp Mental Health & Wellbeing

15.20 Working with families and communities to support schools to tackle misogyny
Andrew Bernard • Advising parents and community leaders about how to talk
Healthy Relationships & PSHE Expert to their children about misogyny and toxic masculinity
• Working with parents to promote respectful behaviour at home
Innovative Enterprise
• Working with parents and carers who may
display misogynistic behaviours

16.10 Chair’s Closing Remarks There will be time for Questions & Answers after each speaker session