In a recent interview with BBC‘s Emma Barnett, Adichie discussed the importance of positive role models for boys and the need for good men to stand up against toxic masculinity. “I’m determined to raise good men. I’m thinking about how to make them never feel entitled to women’s bodies,” she stated.
Adichie, known for her feminist views in works like “We Should All Be Feminists,” highlighted the need for masculinity to adapt and promote equality. “Culture doesn’t make us, we make culture. We can remake masculinity in a way that is compatible with equality. It can be done,” she asserted.
The author also shared how motherhood affected her writing, revealing that she struggled to create during her pregnancy. Her new novel, “Dream Count,” is her first work of fiction in over ten years and explores women’s lives and experiences with what she describes as “radical honesty.“
Adichie’s comments on raising sons with feminist values and redefining masculinity have sparked a lively debate on social media, with many users praising her for speaking out on these important issues.
As a renowned author and feminist advocate, Adichie’s views on masculinity and feminism are highly influential, and her commitment to raising her sons with principles of equality and respect is a powerful example for parents around the world.