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Scenario

When workplace culture discourages paternity leave

I want to take paternity leave when my baby comes but my boss keeps making jokes about 'babysitting duty' and I'm worried about my career.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Professional environments often punish men who prioritize caregiving, reinforcing narrow definitions of masculine value.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Masculinity — constructed and contested?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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