Experts in adolescent development are cautiously welcoming a little-known, multimillion-dollar Australian government effort to nip toxic masculinity in the bud.

To end violence against women and children, the federal government aims to reshape young male attitudes toward healthy, respectful relationships as "extremist influencers" like Andrew Tate influence minds.

The initiative, known as the "Healthy Masculinities Project," is poised to launch next year as a three-year trial, supported by $3.5 million in funding.

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