Media Complaints Toolkit
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Sexualization and hypermasculinization harms us all
Have you seen advertising or broadcasting that
- Sexualizes women or children
- Glorifies hypermasculinity
- Promotes violence
- Reinforces harmful gender stereotypes
These images
- Contribute to the societal tolerance of violence against women
- Promote sexist attitudes and behaviours
- Are linked to leading mental health issues among girls including eating disorders, depression and anxiety
- Are barriers to gender equality
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