Misogyny and Subcultures KS4 PSHE Lesson

Equip KS4 students with the tools to critically evaluate online subcultures and challenge harmful gender norms.
This thought-provoking lesson explores the rise of misogyny in digital spaces, focusing on the manosphere, incel culture, and the impact of online influencers. Students are guided to reflect on their own beliefs, recognise harmful content, and explore what healthy masculinity looks like.
Students will:

• Understand the manosphere and how it influences boys and men
• Recognise misogyny in media and online spaces
• Explore the emotional and social impact of misogyny on girls and boys in school
• Discuss incel culture and the dangers of radicalisation
• Reflect on healthy masculinity and positive male role models
• Learn how to be active bystanders online and offline

Includes:

• Safeguarding starter questions around alcohol, consent, and risky behaviour
• Understand the manosphere and its influence
• Recognise misogyny online and respond safely
• Explain its impact on girls and women in school
• Discuss healthy masculinity
• Confidence scales to track understanding
• Real-world video stimulus
• Red/Blue/Black Pill framework explained
• Support signposting for students who may be affected

Ideal for PSHE, Citizenship, or Life Skills.
Supports RSE statutory guidance on respectful relationships, online safety, and challenging harmful ideologies.

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