Boys, Masculinity & Rites of Passage with Davis J Williams

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The focus of this episode is masculinity and the road to adulthood for young men. How do we take lessons from cultures that honour rites of passage and make that relevant to young men in the UK.

Who is helping our young boys to become men? Davis talks about how he has brought communities together to support vulnerable and at risk young men and boys.

Davis J. Williams is a world-class youth mentor, author of seven transformative books, and the powerhouse behind Manhood Academy Global—a BAFTA-nominated charity that’s reshaping how we raise boys in a world that often fails them. With over 25 years of frontline experience, Davis has stood at the intersection of education, activism, and cultural healing, guiding thousands of young people through rites of passage that help them become men of purpose, not statistics. Known for his deep compassion, unfiltered wisdom, and razor-sharp insights, Davis blends street smarts with soul work. He’s a connector of people, a champion for the inner child, and a firm believer that “if you heal the boy, the man will appear.” His approach is bold, trauma-informed, and rooted in love—and he’s here to disrupt the norm, challenge our comfort zones, and have the kind of conversations that leave a mark. https://www.manhoodacademyglobal.com

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