Males may be part of the problem, but they are also a part of the solution. I think we must be very very careful not to indict, but include. Kudos to you Byz for trying.

As the stats indicate the scope of this problem is endemically global.

Ultimately I think it has its roots in the distribution of wealth and education.

It's uncomfortable, it's an investment in your time, but I would whole-heartedly recommend viewing and sharing this talk. It highlights the problem, but offers a practical solution. It's refreshing really.

http://blog.ted.com/2010/08/17/our-c...nn-on-ted-com/