Creative Beards

Stichting School & Veiligheid addresses the growing impact of the manosphere in Dutch schools, which adversely affects the social safety of both students and staff. Collaborating with the Alliantie Worden Wie Je Bent and Ipsos I&O, they conducted research revealing concerns among three-quarters of educators about increased verbal aggression, misunderstanding between genders, bullying, and disruptive classroom conversations tied to online manosphere content. To combat this, the foundation recommends schools establish clear behavioral norms and foster open classroom dialogue to better understand youths' perspectives, creating space for positive change. Their research insights and practical advice are presented through thoughtfully designed infographics and factsheets, developed in partnership with experts like Ted Griffioen and Anneloes Roothans, aiming to enhance school climates and social cohesion.