The Hardest Part of Being an Ally
For male allies, confronting other men can be the most challenging part of allyship. Here’s why it’s so important, and how to do it effectively.
David G. Smith
David G. Smith is a professor of sociology in the College of Leadership and Ethics at the United States Naval War College. His research focuses on gender, work, and family issues, including gender bias, dual career families, military families, women in the military, and retention of women. His most recent book is Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Workplace (co-authored with W. Brad Johnson).
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Do You See What I See? The Importance of Men as Allies
Men are more effective at combating sexism, and they and incur fewer costs for it than women. Why don’t they speak up?