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Summary

As the U.S. reckons with the dual pandemics of systemic racism and COVID-19—which disproportionately impacts communities of color—we must also disrupt the dehumanization that compromises the health and healing of youth of color.

Takeaways

  • Patriarchy as root causes of racialized trauma and toxic stress.
  • Disseminate authentic, personal stories about BYMOC to counteract negative narratives.
  • Advocate for healthy masculinity—which acknowledges intersections across race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, and/or ability.
  • Transform the lives of BYMOC by promoting culturally responsive healing programming and policy reform.