Boys Have Periods Too: The Feminization of the Black Male Image Goes Mainstream in the Classroom

The Feminization of the Black Male Image Goes Mainstream in the Classroom | Boys have periods too!

Updated, Wednesday, September 27, 2023

The Feminization of the Black Male Image Goes Mainstream in the Classroom

At various points in my exploration of the multifaceted Black struggle, my attention has been drawn to a particular facet of the Black experience that ignites a profound passion within me. This focal point revolves around the insidious encroachment of a nefarious intent to normalize the perception of the feminine Black male. The attached article sheds light on reality and agenda that extends beyond merely feminizing the image of the Black male, urging us to delve deeper into the examination of the extent to which certain entities and groups are willing to go in pushing this agenda.

The normalization of the feminine Black male is not merely a surface-level concern; it carries profound implications for the broader discourse on identity, gender roles, and cultural narratives within the Black community. This phenomenon raises questions about the motivations behind such attempts and the potential consequences for individuals who may find themselves pressured to conform to these stereotypical molds. The exploration of this topic requires a nuanced understanding of the historical context, societal influences, and power dynamics that contribute to the perpetuation of these narratives.

In scrutinizing the depths to which certain entities go to advance the feminization agenda, it becomes evident that this is not a passive or accidental occurrence. Rather, it is a deliberate effort to shape perceptions and, consequently, influence the self-image and social standing of Black males. Unraveling the layers of this complex issue demands a critical examination of media representation, cultural influences, and the role of institutions in perpetuating or challenging these stereotypes. By engaging in this exploration, we gain valuable insights into the challenges faced by the Black community in navigating identity dynamics that extend beyond the realms of race and delve into the intricate intersections of gender and culture.

Ultimately, addressing the normalization of the feminine Black male requires a collective effort to challenge and reshape harmful narratives. It involves fostering open dialogues that encourage diverse perspectives, promoting positive representations in media and culture, and dismantling the structural barriers that contribute to the perpetuation of damaging stereotypes. By understanding the intricacies of this issue, we pave the way for a more inclusive and empowering narrative that celebrates the richness and diversity of the Black experience.

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Based on the article included below and at least eight others I was able to locate, the Brighton & Hove City Council has voted to integrate a new curriculum into its sex education program — the idea that boys have menstrual cycles just like girls. While this is something that is taking place in the United Kingdom, there are advocates of this type of public education curricula being taught here in the United States.

Before I delve into the nefarious mechanisms and machinations at play with the introduction of this type of erroneous science being integrated into mainstream classrooms, let’s anatomize the possibility of there being even the slightest truth associated with what will be taught in these environments as it pertains to this one position.

What Is a Menstruation Cycle?

To comprehend the concept of a menstrual cycle, it is crucial to dispel the notion that menstruation is solely about the release of blood through the female reproductive organ. Menstruation is an integral part of the female reproductive process, representing the body’s natural mechanism for shedding tissue that is no longer required. For women of reproductive age, the menstrual cycle involves a series of events. Ovulation, occurring each month, involves the production of an ovum or egg. Concurrently, the uterine wall undergoes thickening to facilitate attachment, fertilization, and gestation of the ovum. Essentially, the uterus readies itself for the possibility of carrying a child to full term. If fertilization doesn’t transpire during ovulation, the body dispels the unfertilized egg and the inner lining of the uterus, returning to a baseline state until the commencement of the subsequent ovulation cycle, typically 12-14 days after menstruation concludes.

Crucially, it is essential to clarify that a male cannot experience a “period” as it is distinctly tied to the presence of ovaries and a uterus. The intricacies of the menstrual cycle are exclusive to the female reproductive system. Any instances of penile bleeding should not be confused with menstruation, as these occurrences have no correlation with the processes associated with the female reproductive system. Addressing penile bleeding involves considering a range of factors, none of which are linked to the menstrual cycle. Understanding these distinctions is fundamental in promoting accurate information about reproductive health and dispelling misconceptions surrounding gender-specific physiological experiences.

The Normalization of Transgenderism

There is a growing push to progress an agenda that would normalize transgenderism. It can be observed in an increasing narrative that speaks against traditional binary gender roles and classifies them as outdated. What is interesting is how men who are exposed to these propagandized narratives evolve in the manner in which they view themselves and how they impact the world around them. For instance, men in the United Kingdom, the same country that is pushing the “boys have periods too” agenda, an increasing number of men believe that they have periods each and every month.

While there is no bleeding, they are observing swings in moods, which is likely a result of the fluctuation in certain hormones such as testosterone and estrogen. Yes, men can produce estrogen in small amounts, just as women can produce testosterone in small amounts. The production of what I refer to as the counter-hormone can be exacerbated by any of a number of things, including stress, nutritional intake, or chemical exposures.

The cause of what can be considered irrational mood swings can range from drops in testosterone to bipolar disorder.

It is important to communicate that it is not my intention to marginalize the challenges that members of the LGBTQ community — including transgenders — experience on a daily basis. I have never walked in their shoes, so I have no right to judge them as humans, but I do have a moral and cultural responsibility to address the bioethics associated with the normalization of such a lifestyle.

What we rarely hear about when discussing the new ideological narratives as they pertain to gender is the mental and emotional stresses kids experience when attempting to navigate them. Something else that is ignored is the fact that if allowed to simply progress naturally, gender dysphoria usually ends with between 80 and 95 percent of children who have expressed some form of discordant gender identity crisis coming to identify with their biological sex.

“Never mind that the best studies of gender dysphoria show that between 80 and 95 percent of children who express a discordant gender identity will come to identify with their bodily sex if natural development is allowed to proceed (Anderson, 2018).”

What must also be considered is the increase in suicides among people who consider themselves transgender (41 percent, compared with 4.6 percent of the general population).

My focus is not on stifling transgender identity but on moving against the normalization and forced exposure associated with transgenderism. This idea brings to mind the recent news that Charlize Theron is declaring that her adopted son is a girl. At six years old, this child is not old enough to make that decision on his own. By forcing him to dress like a girl, she is making a decision for him and interrupting the natural process of sexual discovery that most people go through.

It is clear that the transgendered are not only demanding social tolerance but affirmation — and they are not only demanding this affirmation from adults but from children without any consideration of the social, emotional, and psychological repercussions. If we are not to push our personal values and preferences towards those in the LGBTQ community, we must demand the same respect and protection. ~ Rick Wallace, Ph.D., Psy.D.

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School children will be taught that “all genders” can have periods in new sex education lessons, in a victory for transgender rights campaigners.

The advice to teachers was approved by Brighton & Hove City Council as they try to tackle stigma around menstruation.

The new advice follows a council report which said: “Trans boys and men and non-binary people may have periods”, adding that “menstruation must be inclusive of all genders”.

Bins used for menstruation products will be provided in all toilets for children, according to the report.

It also calls for transgender students and pupils to be provided with additional support from a school nurse if needed.

The report recommends that “language and learning about periods is inclusive of all genders, cultures, faiths and sexual orientations. For example; ‘girls and women and others who have periods'”.

Brighton & Hove City Council said in a statement: “By encouraging effective education on menstruation and puberty, we hope to reduce stigma and ensure no child or young person feels shame in asking for period products inside or outside of school if they need them.

“We believe that it’s important for all genders to be able to learn and talk about menstruation together… Our approach recognises the fact that some people who have periods are trans or non-binary.”

 

The same council also recently released a “Trans Inclusion Schools Toolkit” to help teachers treat gender identity sensitively.

It asks teachers to be respectful and inclusive of children who are questioning their gender, and tells them that purposefully not referring to children by their preferred pronoun or name can constitute harassment.

The toolkit also recommends schools adopt a non-gendered uniform so all children feel included, and to reduce bullying.

Tory MP David Davies told The Mail on Sunday that it was “insanity” for teachers to tell pupils that transgender boys can have periods.

He said: “Learning about periods is already a difficult subject for children that age, so to throw in the idea girls who believe they are boys also have periods will leave them completely confused.”

However, leading doctors have previously recommended that primary school children are taught about LGBT issues.

Earlier this year, the Royal College of Paediatricians and Child Health (RCPCH) urged minister go further in their guidance on sex and relationship classes, which will become compulsory from 2020.

Draft Government recommendations say schools are free to determine how they address lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) issues, ensuring teaching is “sensitive and age-appropriate”.

The Royal College said: “There needs to be a clear statement that LGBT people and relationships are part of teaching about healthy relationships in primary school. This can be demonstrated in relation to families – but also it is helpful to children to learn the meaning of terms such as lesbian, gay and bisexual”.

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