Building Strength, Creating Peace

The Men's Story Project (MSP) is a new performance and dialogue project that explores social ideas about masculinity, for the purpose of community-building and social change. It aims to highlight men's stories that are less often heard; to break silences on issues including sexism, racism, homophobia and violence and ways in which these interconnect with norms around masculinity; to celebrate men's beauty and strength; and to stimulate discussion on what being a man can be all about. The ultimate goal of the MSP is to help expand the presence of peace, health, and justice in communities. Intended for local replication around the globe, the project was started in the San Francisco Bay Area.