Ungendering Vulnerability: Rescripting the Meanng of Male Male Rape (original) (raw)

This paper explores the complex dynamics of male-male rape within the context of gendered power structures and societal norms. It argues that the prevailing protector-protected narrative leads to a distorted understanding of vulnerability, which is often equated with femininity and weakness. By critiquing traditional gender ideologies, the paper calls for a redefinition of male identity that embraces vulnerability as an inherent human trait, advocating for support systems that acknowledge the experiences of male victims and challenge existing gender norms.