In a world where reverse sexism was the norm, women held all the power and men were faced with daily oppression and discrimination.
From a young age, men were taught to act as submissive, nurturing caregivers. They were taught to be emotional and to prioritize the needs of women above their own. Men were viewed as the 'weaker sex', not worthy of their own careers or independence.
At schools, boys were made to wear uniforms that included skirts and blouses. In sports, women's teams dominated, and men were only allowed to participate if a woman needed help. They were never allowed to show any form of aggression or competitiveness, as it could be perceived as a threat to women's empowerment.
In the workplace, men were relegated to lower paying jobs, such as domestic work and childcare. Even if men had qualifications, the top jobs were reserved for women who were regarded as more competent and qualified. Men who had achieved great success in their chosen fields were often criticized for making women feel inferior and were looked down upon.
In politics, men were never allowed to hold positions of power. They were not trusted to make decisions and instead were excluded from the decision-making process altogether. The idea of a woman allowing a man to make important decisions was seen as an insult to women's intelligence.
Despite the oppression and subjugation, men were put through, many accepted it as the norm, believing that they didn't deserve any rights or freedoms. They had been taught to believe that they didn't possess the same level of intelligence or leadership qualities, and therefore it was better to leave these tasks to women.
But, there were a few who refused to accept this new world order. They believed in equality for all, irrespective of gender. These individuals clashed with society's norms and were frequently punished for their beliefs.
The battle for true gender equality raged on, but the society at large was content with its reverse sexism culture. Women had everything they could ever want or need, while men were living in a world where they were seen as second-class citizens.
It would take a long and arduous fight for men's rights and true gender equality to emerge, but many people believed that it was a battle worth fighting. They believed that no one group should be held above the other, that there was a place for both genders in leadership and that gender equality was only achieved when discrimination against any gender was abolished.
