Project Oasis
Research and Insights
Exploring evidence, trends, and emerging issues affecting men and boys across social protection systems, public policy, and cultural narratives.
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Project Oasis is committed to promoting evidence-informed conversations. Our research examines areas where the experiences of men and boys may be underrepresented, misunderstood, or insufficiently explored within existing discussions and support frameworks.
How We Approach Research
At Project Oasis, we believe meaningful advocacy begins with evidence.
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Our work seeks to:
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Examine existing research and data
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Identify gaps in knowledge and understanding
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Explore emerging social issues
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Encourage informed dialogue and constructive solutions
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We recognize that complex social challenges require nuance, context, and a willingness to engage with diverse perspectives.
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RESEARCH THEMES
How We Approach Research
At Project Oasis, we believe meaningful advocacy begins with evidence.
Our work seeks to:
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Examine existing research and data
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Identify gaps in knowledge and understanding
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Explore emerging social issues
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Encourage informed dialogue and constructive solutions
We recognize that complex social challenges require nuance, context, and a willingness to engage with diverse perspectives.
Mental Health and Wellbeing.
Investigating mental health outcomes, barriers to support, stigma, social isolation, and emotional wellbeing among men and boys.
Education
Exploring educational achievement, engagement, disciplinary practices, and support systems affecting boys and young men.
Family and Fatherhood
Examining fatherhood, caregiving, family relationships, parental involvement, and family support systems.
Justice and Legal Systems
Researching experiences within legal institutions, rehabilitation programs, victim services, and correctional systems.
Housing and Homelessness
Understanding housing insecurity, homelessness, and pathways to stable housing among men and boys.
Social Narratives and Representation
Exploring how media, culture, and public discourse shape perceptions and policy responses.
Research Themes
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Investigating mental health outcomes, barriers to support, stigma, social isolation, and emotional wellbeing among men and boys.
Education
Exploring educational achievement, engagement, disciplinary practices, and support systems affecting boys and young men.
Family and Fatherhood
Examining fatherhood, caregiving, family relationships, parental involvement, and family support systems.
Justice and Legal Systems
Researching experiences within legal institutions, rehabilitation programs, victim services, and correctional systems.
Housing and Homelessness
Understanding housing insecurity, homelessness, and pathways to stable housing among men and boys.
Social Narratives and Representations
Exploring how media, culture, and public discourse shape perceptions and policy responses.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Investigating mental health outcomes, barriers to support, stigma, social isolation, and emotional wellbeing among men and boys.
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FEATURED INSIGHTS
Research Briefs
Understanding Male Vulnerability in Social Protection Systems
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A foundational overview of the challenges and opportunities associated with addressing overlooked experiences among men and boys.
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Mental Health and Help-Seeking Among Men
Examining barriers to support and opportunities for more effective interventions.
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Homelessness and Housing Insecurity Among Men.
Exploring pathways into homelessness and systemic responses.
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Key Facts
Statistics are provided for context and do not fully capture the diversity of experiences across regions and populations.
71%
Of global suicide deaths are men. Source: World Health Organization
81%
Of homicide victims worldwide are men. Source: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
70%
Estimated share of the global homeless population that is male. Source: Global homelessness research and national datasets
Research Standards
Project Oasis seeks to uphold high standards of accuracy and transparency.
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Where possible, we rely on:
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Peer-reviewed research
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Government publications
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International organizations
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Academic institutions
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Established research centers
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We recognize the limitations of available data and encourage ongoing inquiry and debate.
Data Sources
Our World in Data
Worldmetrics
Contribute to the Conversation
Project Oasis welcomes collaboration with researchers, practitioners, educators, advocates, and community organizations interested in advancing understanding of issues affecting men and boys.