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February 8, 2026Sex Roles

Evolving Masculinity Norms Shape Men’s Willingness to Intervene in Workplace Sexual Harassment

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GVGiulia ValsecchiUniversity of GenevaVIVincenzo IacovielloUniversity of GenevaJFJuan Manuel Falomir‐PichastorUniversity of Geneva

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Implication

Experimental studies reveal gender norms influence men's willingness to intervene in workplace sexual harassment, suggesting complex societal implications.

Key Points

  • This research examines how changing masculinity norms affect men's willingness to respond to workplace sexual harassment.
  • Conducted three experimental studies with a total of 614 participants.
  • Manipulated masculinity norms by contrasting perceived feminization with traditional masculinity.
  • Assessed antifemininity motivation and willingness to intervene in workplace harassment scenarios.
  • Perceived feminization reduced men's willingness to intervene in harassment situations.
  • Higher antifemininity motivation correlated with increased justification of harassment.
  • Findings indicate potential drawbacks of shifting toward inclusive masculinity norms.

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Valsecchi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6987eb5df6bacdd2fe8fc94fhttps://doi.org/10.1007/s11199-025-01635-w
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