Teachers’ union leader calls for inquiry into misogyny among young men in UK

View image in fullscreenDaniel Kebede says the government must take on the big tech companies if it wants to resolve the problem. Photograph: PA Images/Alamy

The leader of the UK's largest education union has called for an independent inquiry into the concerning rise of sexism and misogyny among young boys and men. Daniel Kebede, General Secretary of the National Education Union (NEU), emphasized that addressing this issue shouldn't solely rely on parents and schools for regulation.

Expressing his deep concern, Kebede highlighted the prevalent access to aggressive hardcore pornography among students through their smartphones, emphasizing the detrimental impact on their perception of women and relationships. He criticized the government's failure to address this pressing issue and urged them to confront big tech to restrict access to harmful content.

Kebede, drawing from his own teaching experience, emphasized the widespread nature of the problem, recounting instances where female students had been subjected to abuse, violence, and sexual assault. Ahead of a debate on the matter at the NEU's annual conference, he stressed the urgency for government intervention and comprehensive regulation.

While acknowledging Labour's initiatives to mentor young males and educate students about critically analyzing social media content, Kebede insisted that more stringent measures were necessary. He called for government action to hold big tech companies accountable and ensure young people couldn't easily access damaging material online.

Kebede rejected the notion of blaming parents, emphasizing that children adeptly navigate technology and circumvent filters and restrictions. He emphasized the need for government regulation and support for families in navigating these challenges.

Esther Ghey, a mother advocating for stricter controls on smartphone usage and social media access following the tragic death of her daughter Brianna Ghey, has long campaigned for age limits on smartphone usage. In response, the government highlighted the importance of schools taking immediate action against sexual misconduct and harassment, while also noting ongoing efforts to enhance online safety regulations and support for schools in addressing these issues.

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