From influencers preaching male dominance to far-right politicians waging war on feminism, gender has become a central battleground for the contemporary right.

The manosphere promises men status, wealth and power while directing their frustrations towards women, feminists and the left. But why has this politics gained traction, and what connects online misogyny to the wider far-right movement?

This session explores the relationship between capitalism, masculinity and reactionary politics, and why challenging sexism is essential to building a movement capable of transforming society.