MaineBoysToMen.org
Our approach is grounded in the belief that violence
is preventable when we all play a role in the solution.
Maine Boys to Men is the only organization in the state that is engaging
men and boys in ending all forms of male violence and self harm.
WHY OUR WORK IS IMPORTANT
• Males are responsible for over 90% of all violence.
• 80% of all people who die by suicide are male.
• 44% of boys feel pressure to be "willing to punch someone if provoked."
• Men commit the majority of sexual and intimate partner violence related crimes.
We know that every boy has the potential to become an emotionally healthy, respectful, non-
violent man. We also see many social and cultural pressures pulling boys in exactly the opposite
direction. It is critically important that we examine the elements of our culture that cause boys
and men to detach emotionally and engage in self-destructive and violent activities. We must
all stand together as leaders and hold ourselves and others to a higher degree of accountability.
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This is an opportunity to explore very important topics
that don't get talked about or addressed anywhere else.
— High School participant
Join our courageous
commitment to creating
safe, non-violent
communities for all.
