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Writing That Changes the World
Friday, December 13
6-7 pm ET
virtual event; open to all mentees, mentors & members
Writing That Changes the World shows how the written word can be used in service of real life social issues. In this studio, we will read mentor texts, learn various styles of journalistic writing, consider how other media can be used in advocacy work, and even start our own pieces of advocacy journalism. Bring your creativity, enthusiasm, and energy to the table!
Does objectivity in journalism truly exist? Is it appropriate, as a journalist, to take a strong stance on an issue? In this session, we’ll look at the writings of other journalists on the topic, discuss instances in which journalists have been barred from writing about topics in which they have a personal stake, and delve into other barriers to advocacy journalism, including self-doubt, lack of agency, and burnout.
To attend this event, create a Girls Write Now account and register for this event through the portal.
Meet the Studio Facilitators
Chelsea Zhu
Chelsea Zhu is a sixteen-year-old poet, writer, and journalist. Outside of writing, she's interested in exploring dance, design, and film. In her free time, she loves figure skating, traveling, and making new friends!
Steph Auteri
Steph Auteri (she/her) is a journalist who has written for the Atlantic, Pacific Standard, VICE, Rewire News Group, and elsewhere. Her more literary work has appeared in Poets & Writers, Creative Nonfiction, Southwest Review, under the gum tree, and other publications. She has recently begun delving into speculative fiction. Steph is the author of A Dirty Word and the founder of Guerrilla Sex Ed. When not writing, she likes to do yoga, sing, and and engage in various types of needlework. You can learn more at stephauteri.com.
This event is open to:
all mentees, all mentors and members
