20/05/2026
More and more of our lives are shaped by what we see online. For young men in particular, social media can be a place to find advice, community, and a sense of direction. But not all of that content is harmless.
The “manosphere” is a term used to describe a group of online spaces that focus on masculinity, relationships, and self-improvement. While some of this content can seem relatable or even helpful at first, it can also promote harmful ideas about women, relationships, and what it means to be a man. Over time, these messages can affect how young people see themselves and others.
Over the last year, All Together Now has been working with a group of young people to co-design Unplug the Hate, a campaign that promotes reflection, active allyship, and healthier conversations around harmful online content.
The young people have developed a series of articles to unpack the appeal of these spaces and the impact of the harmful narratives they often promote.
Understanding these spaces is the first step to support young people and promote respectful and healthy attitudes. Check out this article explained what the manosphere is: https://alltogethernow.org.au/our-work/far-right-extremism/design-against-hate-resources-what-is-the-manosphere/
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Unplug the Hate is part of the youth-led Design Against Hate program, developed by All Together Now in partnership with headspace and supported by Multicultural NSW.