Supporting our boys mean acting in your local community to inform, educate, and share ideas. Therefore, we are excited for this event in Livermore, California, sponsored by the Global Initiative for Boys and Men (GIBM). From the GIBM site: “Global Initiative for Boys and Men is holding a town hall in Livermore, California on Sunday, READ MORE
Category: Blog Posts
Unlock the World of Boys: Join the Building Boys Book Club led by #boymom and author Jennifer L. W. Fink
Raising boys is a journey filled with unexpected twists, boundless energy, and endless opportunities for growth and discovery. From navigating their emotional development to fostering their unique talents, every day brings new discoveries. If you’re a parent or educator walking this path, you know firsthand how valuable it is to connect with others who share READ MORE
Elon Musk supports the work of The Boys Initiative
Earlier this month, Elon Musk took to Twitter to share a significant message, one that resonated deeply with the mission of The Boys Initiative, particularly because it was the specific work of our organization which Musk shared. Musk’s retweet of “For Every 100 Girls”, a data graph from our organization’s work, marked a pivotal moment READ MORE
Title IX Advocacy for Boys: Your Help Is Needed
Dear Title IX Allies, We are writing because we are concerned about the 2024 Title IX regulations which are scheduled to be published early this year. We are specifically troubled about the proposals that will strip due process rights and impede the ability to file official complaints to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) of READ MORE
Ignite a Passion for Learning: Innovative Ways to Engage Your Kids
In our fast-paced world, nurturing a deep-seated love for learning in our children is more crucial than ever. This comprehensive guide unveils a treasure trove of innovative and engaging strategies to keep the flame of curiosity burning brightly in your children. From integrating cutting-edge educational technology to fostering an environment that celebrates exploration, these creative approaches READ MORE
The Vital Need for Unstructured Play: Proposed Legislation in Five States
In a move reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of unstructured play for children’s health and development, five states (Michigan, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina) are proposing legislation to guarantee recess time in schools and/or to stipulate when recess can be denied for behavior. This initiative comes as a response to a READ MORE
LERN Report: How Wisconsin Schools Shortchange Boys
LERN’s report, How Wisconsin Schools Shortchange Boys, is now available. You can read the full paper below or download it in PDF format here: “How Wisconsin Schools Shortchange Boys“ Julie Coates and Williams Draves, LERN Executive Summary1. Boys in Wisconsin high schools are equally intelligent as girls.2. Boys test overall at the same level as READ MORE
Meltdown in Higher Education: This Has Never Happened Before
Tom Mortenson’s paper, “Meltdown in Higher Education: This Has Never Happened Before” You can read the full paper below or download it in PDF format here: Meltdown in Higher Education: U.S. Tom Mortenson, Senior ScholarThe Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Higher Educationtom@postsecondary.orgDecember 26, 2023 In 2021 there were 15.4 million undergraduate students READ MORE
“It’s Time for Recess” Campaign
The Boys Initiative strongly believes that all kids should have recess every day and canceling recess should not be punishment for bad behavior. Our “It’s Time for Recess Campaign” focuses on educating legislators about the importance of recess for kids, especially boys. We were encouraged by a major success in 2023. California’s K-8 public school READ MORE
Opinion: New York Times and Test Grades — Excellent Article, Glaring Error
The New York Times published a piece entitled, “The Misguided War on the SAT: Colleges have fled standardized tests, on the theory that they hurt diversity. That’s not what the research shows.” William Draves and Julie Coates have written the following response: Excellent Article, Glaring Error There is an excellent article in The New York READ MORE