Navigating masculinity norms with Tom Scully

Tom Scully on navigating masculinity norms & gender narratives in dietetics and more deeply understanding cultural competence. ​ Here Tom and Fi discuss: Relocating to Geelong from Melbourne His journey to dietetics, finding the non-diet/HAES approach and starting a private practice. Working with men in fertility health; the importance of reducing shame and holding a safe space for sharing. Navigating masculinity norms with clients. Narratives and gender in dietetics. What our profession understands about cultural competence, what it doesn’t and how we can improve. What’s holding us back as dietitians/professionals in this space? How dietetic education could be improved overall and how we can set up conversations with students. How we can begin to speak out more and push back.   Connect with Tom:InstagramWebsiteTwitterFacebookPinterest

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Hosted by Fiona Sutherland, Dietitian from Melbourne Australia, these are much needed conversations which elevate our practice and encourage ownership for our learning and unlearning. The Mindful Dietitian community is for Dietitians and health professionals world-wide who are committed to promoting peace with food and bodies alongside individuals and communities. Please join us! Hosted by Fiona Sutherland, Dietitian from Melbourne Australia.