With more people joining Lemmy and other decentralised networks there is a growing shift to the common misogyny and sexism we find on other social media networks (YouTube, Reddit, etc.).
I think it’s pretty obvious that the reason is that there are even less women here than other places online. What are your ideas on how to change that? Or do you feel it is a lost cause?
Having clear rules, moderating public discussions and blocking individuals yourself that harass you are the first tools for it.
Maybe apply for moderation yourself in places with negative criticism and start weeding out bad behavior yourself?
If mods don’t do anything about folks’ bad behavior, then you need to consider, do you want to be a part of a specific community.
Oh! Also creating communities yourself is one option!