Youth Empowerment and Positive Masculinity

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184: Youth Empowerment and Positive Masculinity

In this Episode

Haleem Clift, filmmaker, producer and speaker, joins our host Maisie Barlow, to discuss his work with young people. Haleem leads with vulnerability, sharing his lived experiences to engage and empower young people as well as provide a positive male role model for young men.

In this thought-provoking conversation, Haleem explores the fine line between motivation, mentorship and coaching, and the importance of his own personal development. He talks about the societal and internal pressures faced by men, the need for male healing spaces in a female-dominated industry, and how having a good male role model can change the trajectory of a young man’s life. Diving into the current cancel culture, Haleem and Maisie explore the impact on young people and how vital it is to empower them to develop strong resilient roots within themselves.

You Will Learn

The power of lived experiences and stories in relating to and engaging young people
How to support young men in developing a healthy masculinity
The impact of the information age and cancel culture on young people

Guest Bio

Haleem Clift works as a producer and public speaker, working at the intersection of media and youth empowerment. His projects have included internationally award-winning films and podcasts for young people. He has received commissions from the Arts Council England and Mind, worked with the University of Reading, The Charlie Waller Trust, and Co-Ray Education, and has been featured on ITV, BBC News, and the Asian Network. Haleem is a leading figure in Positive Masculinity and Youth Mental Health, speaking to educational institutions and other organizations to spread messages of empowerment.