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As writers, we're often told to write what we know and many of us stick to those rules. But there are times when we want to write characters who are outside of our lived experience: a different gender identity, sexuality, ethnicity, etc. We can do a lot of research and speak to people who have lived those experiences, but to really do our due diligence, it's important to take the the final step and get a Sensitivity Read.
But what is a Sensitivity Read? Briefly, it's an analysis of your story with a particular focus on being sensitive to any unconscious or conscious bias, lack of understanding, stereotyping/misrepresentation of marginalized communities, anything patently offensive (that has no bearing on your story), and more. They can work in film, tv, and publishing.
In this 60 minute webinar, dena harry saleh (they/them/theirs) will cover:
- What is a Sensitivity Read?
- How do you know you need one?
- How do you find someone to do one?
- How to assess if the story you're telling is one you should be telling,
- Live Q&A
dena harry saleh (they/them/theirs) is a sensitivity reader, nonbinary writer, anti-oppression educator, and college instructor. As a sensitivity reader, they read for their own identities (queer, nonbinary, Muslim, Palestinian, neurodivergent), and also with regard to general American and Western oppression. They facilitate courageous conversations around the nature of injustice to create a more liberated world, and also play with these themes in their writing. Dena also taught Social Justice Studies to elementary/middle school students for eleven years. Dena studied Nonfiction and Fiction writing at New School University at Eugene Lang College, and has a Master's degree in Human Development and Learning from University of Colorado at Denver. Dena enjoys writing, reading, playing music, and spending time with their partner, two beautiful children, and friends, especially if food is involved!
Questions?
If you have any questions or any trouble accessing the recording, email our Director of Education Alexandra Davies at alex@roadmapwriters.com!