Understanding Incels from a Peace and Conflict Analysis Lens
Institutional Affiliation
Barry University
Start Date
January 2026
End Date
January 2026
Proposal Type
Panel
Proposal Format
Virtual
Proposal Description
The proposed panel will provide a brief history of the involuntary celibate, or incel, movement. It draws on data collected by two of the panelists as well as case studies about incels and their behaviors. It provides a review of the ideology and common terms used by incels online, or in what they call the "manosphere." Additionally, the panel will address acts of crime and violence committed by incels, how they are depicted negatively in popular culture, and the difference between incels and female incelibates (femcels). The panel will also focus on how to approach studying incels from a peace and conflict analysis lens, emphasizing understanding, building community, and forgiveness.
Understanding Incels from a Peace and Conflict Analysis Lens
The proposed panel will provide a brief history of the involuntary celibate, or incel, movement. It draws on data collected by two of the panelists as well as case studies about incels and their behaviors. It provides a review of the ideology and common terms used by incels online, or in what they call the "manosphere." Additionally, the panel will address acts of crime and violence committed by incels, how they are depicted negatively in popular culture, and the difference between incels and female incelibates (femcels). The panel will also focus on how to approach studying incels from a peace and conflict analysis lens, emphasizing understanding, building community, and forgiveness.