Thread by @ranahuss

Thread: I’m a huge advocate for representation in the media, and the telling of usually marginalised or ‘othered’ stories but often this is so badly done it does more damage than good. So here’s some food for thought...
How to tell an inclusive story; some things to consider...

1. What is the purpose of telling this story? Why do you want this story to be heard?
2. Is the subject’s voice at the centre of the piece? Are you speaking for them? Are u imposing your own world view on their experience? What assumptions are u making?(even in the Q’s you ask)

3. Can the story be told through them? Can you amplify their voice?
4. Are you recreating harmful narrative tropes (even if your intentions are good)? E.g. ‘the good news’ story, white saviour tropes etc

5. Is there an inherent power imbalance between you (the story teller) and the subject of the story? If so, address this in the way you tell this story or acknowledge it.
6. Have you consulted others with appropriate insights in regards to subject matter?

7. Have you been collaborative with the subject/s? If not have you been given consent??
8. If using visuals, what framing, images and symbols are you using and are they authentic and appropriate?
9. Are you in fact, the right person to tell this story?

10. Have you screened/shown the finished product to the subject?

This PSA was brought to you by a frustrated intersectional feminist. #DiverseThinking #DiverseVoices #InNewsRooms #DiversityAndInclusion