| This opinion piece addresses the lack of institutional awareness within the justice system regarding men’s exposure to violence and abuse. The author argues that prevailing assumptions about gender and victimhood contribute to systematic blind spots, where male victims are less likely to be recognized, believed, or adequately supported. The article highlights how stereotypes about masculinity, strength, and emotional resilience can discourage men from reporting abuse and can influence how authorities interpret their accounts. Within legal proceedings, this lack of understanding may result in inadequate investigations, misinterpretation of evidence, or the dismissal of men’s experiences as less credible or less serious. The author calls for improved education and training within the justice system, including police, prosecutors, and courts, to ensure that male vulnerability is understood within a broader framework of victimology. Recognizing men’s exposure to violence is presented not as a zero-sum issue, but as a necessary step toward a more inclusive and legally sound approach to justice and equal protection under the law. |
