Men's Circle: What is my role in Gender Equality?

At our last Impact of Women event, we noticed something: few men or male-read individuals were present to celebrate women's success. But we know you are part of our community—men and male-read individuals that care about a society that fosters gender equality and diversity.

You might be a father of a daughter. You might care deeply about your partner or other women in your life. You might simply want to be part of a future that works for everyone.
So, what does new masculinity look like in a changing world—especially in the workplace?

If you’re a man who wants to be part of a shift toward a more balanced and inclusive future, this space is for you. Because we need all of us to create a world that truly works—for every gender, every energy, every human.
This event is not about blame or teaching—it’s about discovering together.

Your hosts:

• Jakob Allinger is a social entrepreneur and cofounder of CoBros. In this role, he creates accessible social skills trainings through sports and play, specifically tailored for boys and young men. He also facilitates spaces for dialogue and personal growth among adult men. His perspective is shaped by hands-on experience in gender-sensitive youth work, a deep commitment to positive masculinity, and a belief in community-based solutions.

• Jakob Sonnenholzner is a peace and conflict researcher as well as a mediator. In this role, he supports people through both personal and professional conflicts. His worldview is shaped by experiences in humanitarian emergency aid for refugees in Greece and Turkey, European party politics, civil society engagement, and the strategic development of NGOs.

This event was initiated by Mireya Mena Velasco.