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📸 Photoshoot Expression of Interest – Reminder 📸

We’ve had such a positive response already — thank you 🤩

If you’d like to be part of our upcoming male dancers photoshoot, please make sure you’ve filled in the expression of interest form.

This form helps our team understand:
• How many dancers are interested
• Which cities across the UK we need to travel to
• How many photographers and sessions we need to book

The shoot will be free, and places are limited, so completing the form is the best way to make sure you’re considered and kept up to date as plans develop.

👉 Register your interest here:
https://forms.gle/JDheLk6CNkXYamTu8

Whether you’re a dancer or a parent of a dancer — if this sounds like something you’d love to be part of, please fill it in and share with others who might be interested.

Let’s make sure we go where you are

#myboycandance #myboycan #boysdancetoo #positivemalerolemodels #PositiveMaleRoleModels

📸 Photoshoot Expression of Interest – Reminder 📸

We’ve had such a positive response already — thank you 🤩

If you’d like to be part of our upcoming male dancers photoshoot, please make sure you’ve filled in the expression of interest form.

This form helps our team understand:
• How many dancers are interested
• Which cities across the UK we need to travel to
• How many photographers and sessions we need to book

The shoot will be free, and places are limited, so completing the form is the best way to make sure you’re considered and kept up to date as plans develop.

👉 Register your interest here:
https://forms.gle/JDheLk6CNkXYamTu8

Whether you’re a dancer or a parent of a dancer — if this sounds like something you’d love to be part of, please fill it in and share with others who might be interested.

Let’s make sure we go where you are

#myboycandance #myboycan #boysdancetoo #positivemalerolemodels #PositiveMaleRoleModels

For the boys who were told dance wasn’t for them.
For the ones who stayed anyway.
For the next generation watching.

This Spring/Summer, we’re bringing male identifying dancers together for something special — a FREE photoshoot celebrating visibility, resilience, and community.

Want to be involved? Then express your interest with this form:
https://forms.gle/JDheLk6CNkXYamTu8

Let’s keep saying MY BOY CAN!!

#myboycan #myboycandance #change #positivemalerolemodels #positivemasculinity #danceforeveryone #phoenixboys

For the boys who were told dance wasn’t for them.
For the ones who stayed anyway.
For the next generation watching.

This Spring/Summer, we’re bringing male identifying dancers together for something special — a FREE photoshoot celebrating visibility, resilience, and community.

Want to be involved? Then express your interest with this form:
https://forms.gle/JDheLk6CNkXYamTu8

Let’s keep saying MY BOY CAN!!

#myboycan #myboycandance #change #positivemalerolemodels #positivemasculinity #danceforeveryone #phoenixboys

You’re not the only one.
You never were.

This Spring, something is coming for male identifying dancers in our city.
More soon.

#myboycan #myboycandance #comingsoon #boysdancetoo

You’re not the only one.
You never were.

This Spring, something is coming for male identifying dancers in our city.
More soon.

#myboycan #myboycandance #comingsoon #boysdancetoo

Many boys leave the arts before they even get started.

Not because they don’t love it.

But because of bullying, judgement, or fear of standing out.

Do you agree this needs to change? Comment CHANGE.

#myboycan #myboycandance #change #positivemalerolemodels #positivemasculinity #danceforeveryone #phoenixboys

Many boys leave the arts before they even get started.

Not because they don’t love it.

But because of bullying, judgement, or fear of standing out.

Do you agree this needs to change? Comment CHANGE.

#myboycan #myboycandance #change #positivemalerolemodels #positivemasculinity #danceforeveryone #phoenixboys

Do you know what My Boy Can is all about?

Our first project from My Boy Can is our initiative #Myboycandance. Working with our dance schools, theatre professionals and families who dance, to impact on and change the social stigma that surrounds our boys who enjoy dancing.

#Myboycan #inspireothers #genderequality #genderstereotyping #mission #Myboycandance #malegender

Do you know what My Boy Can is all about?

Our first project from My Boy Can is our initiative #Myboycandance. Working with our dance schools, theatre professionals and families who dance, to impact on and change the social stigma that surrounds our boys who enjoy dancing.

#Myboycan #inspireothers #genderequality #genderstereotyping #mission #Myboycandance #malegender

Confidence doesn’t come from being told to “toughen up”.

It comes from being understood

Would you want your child in a space where they feel truly understood? YES / ALWAYS 👇

#MyBoyCan #BoysInTheArts #TheatreKids #MalePerformers #DanceKids

Confidence doesn’t come from being told to “toughen up”.

It comes from being understood

Would you want your child in a space where they feel truly understood? YES / ALWAYS 👇

#MyBoyCan #BoysInTheArts #TheatreKids #MalePerformers #DanceKids

There’s nothing wrong with boys who love dance.

What is wrong is when they’re made to feel they shouldn’t.

If this hits home, comment 💙

There’s nothing wrong with boys who love dance.

What is wrong is when they’re made to feel they shouldn’t.

If this hits home, comment 💙

There are boys right now who are hiding how much they love performing.

Not because they’re unsure —
but because they’re scared of being judged.

If you believe boys should never have to hide who they are, comment 💙

There are boys right now who are hiding how much they love performing.

Not because they’re unsure —
but because they’re scared of being judged.

If you believe boys should never have to hide who they are, comment 💙

“I didn’t think there were other boys like me.”

If this hits home, comment 💙

“I didn’t think there were other boys like me.”

If this hits home, comment 💙

ALL BOYS CAN:- With the right support, confidence within themselves and self esteem to believe that they CAN without judgement on their masculinity.

Let’s stop saying a boy Can’t or shouldn’t do something because he is a boy: and say MY BOY CAN

ALL BOYS CAN:- With the right support, confidence within themselves and self esteem to believe that they CAN without judgement on their masculinity.

Let’s stop saying a boy Can’t or shouldn’t do something because he is a boy: and say MY BOY CAN

MY BOY CAN

MY BOY CAN

Remember when we first launched MY BOY CAN with this amazing project.

Who thinks it's time we did more like this again? ☝️

Remember when we first launched MY BOY CAN with this amazing project.

Who thinks it's time we did more like this again? ☝️

May you Rest in Peace #queenelizabeth

May you Rest in Peace #queenelizabeth

This was everything we needed to see on our TVs. @fivestar_official and @simonhundley_ Your hard work paid off and showed the world how important this message is.
Inspirational. Thank you!
These boys will change the world!

This was everything we needed to see on our TVs. @fivestar_official and @simonhundley_ Your hard work paid off and showed the world how important this message is.
Inspirational. Thank you!
These boys will change the world!

@barbie showing girls that they can be anything they want to be - where is the boys version of this?

Our sons can do everything too. I'd love to see this represented more across all genders and toys.

Or just accepted that all toys are for everyone.

@lettoysbetoys is brilliant for raising this discussion. It warms me to see Barbie representing so much in their dolls. Just wish it wasn't taboo for my son to buy a barbie.

@barbie showing girls that they can be anything they want to be - where is the boys version of this?

Our sons can do everything too. I'd love to see this represented more across all genders and toys.

Or just accepted that all toys are for everyone.

@lettoysbetoys is brilliant for raising this discussion. It warms me to see Barbie representing so much in their dolls. Just wish it wasn't taboo for my son to buy a barbie.

Never stop believing you can reach for the skies.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas from the team at MY BOY CAN.
Thank you for inspiring us all this year. 💛

Never stop believing you can reach for the skies.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas from the team at MY BOY CAN.
Thank you for inspiring us all this year. 💛

Celebrating world ballet day by asking you all to share your photos of you dancing

Seeing all the wonderful posts shared and truly blessed to see so many boys dancing.

Anyone can enjoy dance and ballet really is for everyone. #myboycandance

Celebrating world ballet day by asking you all to share your photos of you dancing

Seeing all the wonderful posts shared and truly blessed to see so many boys dancing.

Anyone can enjoy dance and ballet really is for everyone. #myboycandance

"GIRLS" @americangirlbrand - my son asked me to message you to ask "why can only girls access your site?"

He loves your dolls and recently we went on your site to look at other products to buy, only to find this as the initial page.

Why are your dolls and #americangirldoll ONLY aimed at girls? Why not Kids?

Now we all know the majority of your sales will be predominantly from girls, but this isn't good enough! Dolls are not exclusively for girls and your products appeal to little boys too! So let's be more inclusive with your marketing and website.

My son wants to know where the boys section is?

"GIRLS" @americangirlbrand - my son asked me to message you to ask "why can only girls access your site?"

He loves your dolls and recently we went on your site to look at other products to buy, only to find this as the initial page.

Why are your dolls and #americangirldoll ONLY aimed at girls? Why not Kids?

Now we all know the majority of your sales will be predominantly from girls, but this isn't good enough! Dolls are not exclusively for girls and your products appeal to little boys too! So let's be more inclusive with your marketing and website.

My son wants to know where the boys section is?

Honestly it breaks my heart to hear that boys TODAY are still being commented upon for liking "girls stuff"

When did we decide that pink and unicorns were exclusively female and for females!?! It makes my blood boil and heart ache when I hear that my boy has been made fun of for having a pink drink bottle or for wearing a unicorn top to non school uniform day. AND even more so when he tells me he told the teacher and they didn't do anything about it.

When did we stop raising awareness to inclusivity and equality within our schools. When did we stop showing our children that often we all have things in common and sometimes this crosses the stereotypical gender constraints. When did we stop encouraging children to be kind.

I always feel like I take 5 steps forward in my journey with MY BOY CAN - feel as if I'm getting somewhere and it's a positive place. And then bam we take 3 steps back again and the fight for awareness kicks back in. Surely attitudes towards gender and gender stereotypes is changing, surely the positivity is outweighing the negativity - OR am I so fortunate to be wrapped up in the my boy can community, that for a moment I forgot the real world and how much work is still to be done.

Honestly it breaks my heart to hear that boys TODAY are still being commented upon for liking "girls stuff"

When did we decide that pink and unicorns were exclusively female and for females!?! It makes my blood boil and heart ache when I hear that my boy has been made fun of for having a pink drink bottle or for wearing a unicorn top to non school uniform day. AND even more so when he tells me he told the teacher and they didn't do anything about it.

When did we stop raising awareness to inclusivity and equality within our schools. When did we stop showing our children that often we all have things in common and sometimes this crosses the stereotypical gender constraints. When did we stop encouraging children to be kind.

I always feel like I take 5 steps forward in my journey with MY BOY CAN - feel as if I'm getting somewhere and it's a positive place. And then bam we take 3 steps back again and the fight for awareness kicks back in. Surely attitudes towards gender and gender stereotypes is changing, surely the positivity is outweighing the negativity - OR am I so fortunate to be wrapped up in the my boy can community, that for a moment I forgot the real world and how much work is still to be done.

2019 we launched our first project - showing the world that our boys dance.

What a memory.

Who would like us to do one again?
#myboycan #myboycandance

2019 we launched our first project - showing the world that our boys dance.

What a memory.

Who would like us to do one again?
#myboycan #myboycandance

Ever feel like you are shouting out at the world hoping that it will help your son realise that he never has to apologise or hide being himself to anyone.

And yet the world seems more powerful than your tiny voice.

#believeinyourself #myboycan #somepeopleneverchange #holdyourheadhigh #wearthatcrown #slay #cometoslay #gender
#challengegenderstereotypes #dontapologisetobeyou #raiseyourvoice #strengthcomeswithin

Ever feel like you are shouting out at the world hoping that it will help your son realise that he never has to apologise or hide being himself to anyone.

And yet the world seems more powerful than your tiny voice.

#believeinyourself #myboycan #somepeopleneverchange #holdyourheadhigh #wearthatcrown #slay #cometoslay #gender
#challengegenderstereotypes #dontapologisetobeyou #raiseyourvoice #strengthcomeswithin

Sometimes people don't see your true beauty until you spread your wings and fly.

Mum's and Dad's out there who are letting their son be themselves regardless of the pressures to conform to society- Thank You!

You inspire me everyday! You help me keep the strength to face negativity, to raise my voice for my son and to challenge the social pressures put upon boys to conform a certain way.

Keep sharing your stories, posts and images. We see you and together we build confidence in our sons to be exactly who they are.

#myboycan

Sometimes people don't see your true beauty until you spread your wings and fly.

Mum's and Dad's out there who are letting their son be themselves regardless of the pressures to conform to society- Thank You!

You inspire me everyday! You help me keep the strength to face negativity, to raise my voice for my son and to challenge the social pressures put upon boys to conform a certain way.

Keep sharing your stories, posts and images. We see you and together we build confidence in our sons to be exactly who they are.

#myboycan

So many see a rail of girls costumes - so many see girls colours - so many would say NO to their son for wanting to try them on or indeed own one.

Let boys enjoy all characters as we do our daughters. Let them explore the fabric of princess and the bold and bright fun colours that they encompass. Let boys know that female characters are just as important as male ones and let's see how those boys change the world.

Boys can like Princesses too and still be boys.

#Myboycan #genderstereotypes #boyslikeprincessestoo #gender #challengegenderstereotypes #enjoyprincesses #equality #educate #explore #princess #Disneyprincess

So many see a rail of girls costumes - so many see girls colours - so many would say NO to their son for wanting to try them on or indeed own one.

Let boys enjoy all characters as we do our daughters. Let them explore the fabric of princess and the bold and bright fun colours that they encompass. Let boys know that female characters are just as important as male ones and let's see how those boys change the world.

Boys can like Princesses too and still be boys.

#Myboycan #genderstereotypes #boyslikeprincessestoo #gender #challengegenderstereotypes #enjoyprincesses #equality #educate #explore #princess #Disneyprincess

Stop saying a boy can't or shouldnt do something because he is a boy and start saying MY BOY CAN.

All boys should feel that they can do anything and not be tied to their gender stereotypes.
Boys believe in just being you - we believe you can!

Stop saying a boy can't or shouldnt do something because he is a boy and start saying MY BOY CAN.

All boys should feel that they can do anything and not be tied to their gender stereotypes.
Boys believe in just being you - we believe you can!

For the parent who feels like they are having to justify their parenting style - I see you.

For the parent who feels like they are supporting their son to be just himself- I see you.

For the parent who finds some days incredibly emotional and draining - I see you.

For the parent who just wants their son to be happy as himself- I see you.

For the parent who is proud of their son and shows their pride no matter who judges - I see you.

For the parent who struggles to find that voice - I see you.

I am that parent - I have days of not worring and just doing me, with my son without a care in the world AND then I have days where I doubt myself on whether I'm supporting him correctly or am enough. When you feel like your son isn't the one conforming to the stereotypical gender that is expected upon him by others; it can feel worrying on what others are thinking. What they may be saying or questioning ; but if your son is happy, then that truly is all that matters. Let them be themselves, but know you're not the only parent facing that worry and journey. I see you.

For the parent who feels like they are having to justify their parenting style - I see you.

For the parent who feels like they are supporting their son to be just himself- I see you.

For the parent who finds some days incredibly emotional and draining - I see you.

For the parent who just wants their son to be happy as himself- I see you.

For the parent who is proud of their son and shows their pride no matter who judges - I see you.

For the parent who struggles to find that voice - I see you.

I am that parent - I have days of not worring and just doing me, with my son without a care in the world AND then I have days where I doubt myself on whether I'm supporting him correctly or am enough. When you feel like your son isn't the one conforming to the stereotypical gender that is expected upon him by others; it can feel worrying on what others are thinking. What they may be saying or questioning ; but if your son is happy, then that truly is all that matters. Let them be themselves, but know you're not the only parent facing that worry and journey. I see you.

The creativity that shines out of my kid is unreal - he is an individual.

Some may not understand it. Some may be confused by his blend of "boy & girl".

But I just love how he is just himself, unapologetically himself. Because he is happiest when he is allowed to be himself.

The creativity that shines out of my kid is unreal - he is an individual.

Some may not understand it. Some may be confused by his blend of "boy & girl".

But I just love how he is just himself, unapologetically himself. Because he is happiest when he is allowed to be himself.

The world is such a cruel place at times.
Seeing the racist comments after our incredible World Cup, reading about the young man killed in Spain and being aware to the negativity that surrounds us.
It makes life heavy sometimes.

Watching how my incredibly individual son has to find his own way to fit into that same world and at times survive it - scares me everyday.

Children can surprise us over and over as often they face our fears head on and with ease. Yet there are times when our fears become the reality and we somehow have to find that strength to say It will be OK. You will be OK.

In life we will see, hear and feel moments that open our eyes to the cruelty within the world. We just have to know how to face that world and still remain true to ourselves within it. Find your peace, your safe space, your self and know you are loved - just the way you are.

The world is such a cruel place at times.
Seeing the racist comments after our incredible World Cup, reading about the young man killed in Spain and being aware to the negativity that surrounds us.
It makes life heavy sometimes.

Watching how my incredibly individual son has to find his own way to fit into that same world and at times survive it - scares me everyday.

Children can surprise us over and over as often they face our fears head on and with ease. Yet there are times when our fears become the reality and we somehow have to find that strength to say It will be OK. You will be OK.

In life we will see, hear and feel moments that open our eyes to the cruelty within the world. We just have to know how to face that world and still remain true to ourselves within it. Find your peace, your safe space, your self and know you are loved - just the way you are.

Wow what a few months we have had! Anyone else just got lost in the moments, the back to school runs, the after school clubs, the madness of work in workplaces again, plus enjoying the places that have reopened?

It all feels so busy again and yet what has been great is seeing how much these moments mean to us. Remaking of memories, creating new ones and seeing a change in people around us.

Realisation of time and how precious and valuable time is to us and seeing how you don't want to be wasting time on things that don't bring you happiness or a purpose. It really has changed perspectives.

We may feel quiet on the pages, but we are all here. Dancing, enjoying and being us, knowing we are not alone and excited for the first meeting when we can all be back together.

Let's get to work: it's time to say MY BOY CAN

Wow what a few months we have had! Anyone else just got lost in the moments, the back to school runs, the after school clubs, the madness of work in workplaces again, plus enjoying the places that have reopened?

It all feels so busy again and yet what has been great is seeing how much these moments mean to us. Remaking of memories, creating new ones and seeing a change in people around us.

Realisation of time and how precious and valuable time is to us and seeing how you don't want to be wasting time on things that don't bring you happiness or a purpose. It really has changed perspectives.

We may feel quiet on the pages, but we are all here. Dancing, enjoying and being us, knowing we are not alone and excited for the first meeting when we can all be back together.

Let's get to work: it's time to say MY BOY CAN

BE WHO YOU ARE.

Unapologetically. We see you.

BE WHO YOU ARE.

Unapologetically. We see you.

Enjoying the summer sun finally!

And loving the summer colours.
#pinkisforeveryone #myboycan #challengegenderstereotypes

Enjoying the summer sun finally!

And loving the summer colours.
#pinkisforeveryone #myboycan #challengegenderstereotypes

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