Examining Masculinities to Inform Gender-Transformative Violence Prevention Programs: Qualitative Findings From Rakai, Uganda

“Reputation” Versus “Respectability” and Intimate Partner Violence Perpetration^a

^aAccording to Wilson’s (1969) definition, “reputation” is an endorsed perception of male peers and directed toward proficiency in male-centered activities. “Respectability” is conformity to the society and large social institutions such as family and church.³⁵ “Cool masculinity” and “responsible masculinity” are emic terms that corresponds to Wilson’s definition and listed characteristics of “cool” and “responsible” masculinities emerged from this qualitative study.