Sunday, June 21, was Father’s Day in the United States. The holiday celebrates fatherhood and the crucial role that fathers play in molding their young sons to be men.

Among the risks facing Black boys in America is a community of emasculated men known as the Black manosphere. According to The Root, the manosphere perpetuates misogynistic beliefs that are harmful to boys and women.

The manosphere is a community that targets Black men who are vulnerable to emotional manipulation and victimhood ideologies. These men exhibit low self-esteem, lack of confidence, are easily offended, and they hate strong, independent Black women.

A new study published in the New York Post found that one out of every 5 men has embraced the type of attitudes that lead to “problematic or even criminally relevant behavior (i.e. violence, hate speech, discrimination, and radicalization).”

The manosphere promotes misogyny, toxic masculinity, and male dominance. The community presents itself as a safe space for boys, while ultimately perpetuating the idea that modern society is biased in favor of women, and that men need to fight back.

The Root says Black dads should be attentive to make sure their kids avoid such toxic ideologies.

Kevin Samuels was one of the most visible leaders of the manosphere movement, along with other figures like the hosts of the Fresh & Fit Podcast and Mumia Obsidian Ali.

The community also promotes the “passport bros” movement, men who travel to international locales to find women who are submissive, passive and obedient for dating and marriage. The passport bros movement grew out of frustration with dominant American women who make men feel powerless in relationships.

The Root says keeping boys away from the manosphere starts at home.

The Center for Exploitation Education suggests for parents to first look out for red flags by being attentive children’s changes in language and monitoring the creators they follow on social media and podcasts. Then, to start conversations with them by asking questions, exploring educational resources together, and highlighting positive male role models, along with being a strong example yourself.