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man could properly care for these things?? Looking at the images and objects in the box for men, do you think that awoman could properly care for these things?1. Write the words “female carer” and “male protector” on flipchart paper. Askparticipants what the differences are between being a “carer” and being a“protector.” Use the information in Resource Sheet 10 to explain thisdifference and its impact on women.2. Ask participants what they know about the burden of AIDS care carried bywomen. Look for and share further information on this from Resource Sheet10. Make the point that AIDS makes it more important than ever that menshare the burden of care.3. Explain that you want to look at the pressures that prevent men from gettingmore involved in caring for others. Divide participants into three groups. Askthe first group to discuss the social pressures that make it hard for men to takeon the role of “carer.” Ask the second group to discuss the economicpressures that make it hard for men to take on the role of “carer.” Ask thethird group to discuss the psychological pressures that make it hard for men totake on the role of “carer.” Ask each group to discuss ways to reduce thesepressures, so that more men can become carers.4. Allow 20 to 30 minutes for this group work. Then bring the groups backtogether. Ask them to take turns reporting back to the other two groups.Allow a few minutes for questions at the end of every report. When all havedone so, lead a discussion with these questions:? What pressures (social, economic, psychological) have the biggest impact onpreventing men from being carers?What opportunities are there for men to get more involved in caring forothers?? What actions are needed to support men in being carers?Part 2 – 45 minutes1.”Divide the participants into three smaller groups. Ask each group to read thecase study and discuss the set of questions afterward.2. Bring the participants together and ask participants to share some of the issuesthey discussed in their small groups.3. Conclude the session with the following questions:? Do you think men in your community face similar challenges to Tshepo? Whyor why not?? What could be done in your community to help men play a greater role in careand support for people living with HIV and AIDS?63