Fast Facts: 3 Ways Platforms Can Proactively Address Online Misogyny

Within the manosphere—a loose network of individuals, groups, influencers, communities, and online spaces made up of mostly men—misogynist narratives and propaganda have become both more visible and organized. These outlets expose young men and boys exploitative and harmful influences, including extremist ideologies.

While women, girls, and people belonging to the LGBTQ+ community are often the target of gender-based violence, confronting online misogyny can also benefit boys’ and men’s health, relationships, and sense of identity, according to the Institute for Strategic Dialogue’s 2025 policy brief, Fostering Healthy Masculinities: Building Resilience Against Online Misogyny.