Empowering Boys and Men to Reimagine Masculinity

We work to end male violence and self-harm by building safer, stronger communities where all people feel valued and safe.

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Our Mission

To empower boys and men to embrace and reimagine their own masculinity and build safer, stronger communities.

Our Vision

A world where all people are equally valued, respected, safe, and celebrated.

Why It's Critically Important

Examining the elements of our culture that cause disconnection and violence.

1 in 5

Women are sexually assaulted in college.

1 in 4

US women experience violence by a partner.

5x

Higher suicide rate for males aged 15-19.

1 in 5

Tweens know a victim of dating violence.

Making An Impact

"My son participated in yesterday's workshop and once home, told me all about empathy, consent, and stereotypes."

— Middle School Parent

Our Approach to Change

We believe it is not the boys but rather the culture in which they live and grow that is in need of repair. While holding boys and men to a higher degree of individual accountability, we also put an appropriate level of focus on the environment—families, schools, community organizations, and peer culture—as the key agents of change in the lives of boys.

Featured Programs

RSVP®

Reducing Sexism and Violence Program - our flagship curriculum for youth and adults.

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Training Institute

Learn to lead our RSVP® curriculum in your own school or community.

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Boot Camp for New Dads

Practical and preparatory training for expectant and new parents.

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Our History

Maine Boys to Men was founded in 1998 as a community coalition to support the positive and non-violent development of boys. Initially, the coalition brought together educators, health care experts, representatives from leading non-profits, members of the business community, parents, and, of course, boys themselves.

In 2004, after six years of success, Maine Boys to Men organized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Since then, we have reached thousands of youth and adults with our unique and effective prevention programs.

Bring RSVP® to Your Community

Become a leader in your school or youth organization. Join over 300 adults who have been trained to facilitate our violence prevention curriculum.

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Support Our Courageous Commitment

Your contribution enables us to advance this work statewide and create a world where all people are valued.

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