#positiverep
#positiverep is a hashtag and a project i have created to spread positive and healthy representation for people of all races, ethnicities, genders, religion, and sexual orientations. it’s also a way for all of us to learn from each other.
q: how does #positiverep work?
a: #positiverep is a place for all types of writers (authors who write original work, fan fic writers, drabble makers, head canon creators, etc.), artists (cartoons, fan art, commission art, etc.), and anyone else to come together and supply representation for people who don’t have enough of it!
q: how do i get involved in #positiverep?
a: step one? you have to have an open mind and be ready to learn. after that, you have to have your ask box open. let people ask you to supply them with representation. if you’re a writer, let people ask you to write them a character, a plot, add diverse characters into your fanfics or original works, or anything else that they wouldn’t normally receive. same thing goes for artists. let people ask you to include more diversity in your work. you have to have an open mind, because you’re going to get some things wrong but that’s human nature. learn from it and do better next time!
q: how do i get involved in #positiverep if i don't create things?
a: in order for this to work people have to ask for representation! if a certain blog has decided they want to participate in this hashtag and they have anon on (or off), ask them nicely. ask them to write something positive for you, ask them to include more of this or that in their writing or art work. the key word is nicely. work together! allow them to ask you questions and if you’re the one receiving the answers, have an open mind and heart.
q: how do i send an ask for #positiverep?
a: each blog and the person who runs it will have a different answer. ask them if they have an outline they need and answers they need you to give them in order for them to write or draw something. if you’re comfortable with doing so include your race, your ethnicity, your religion and gender, and your sexuality; include harmful stereotypes to avoid about your race, ethnicity, religion, gender, and/or sexuality. include harmful tropes as well. and then include a positive way to correct these things! this is a process of give and take and both participants have to be willing. (if the blog owner is willing you can privately message them as well)
q: what is the point of #positiverep?
a: hopefully as this hashtag/movement grows it will be a safe space. it will be a safe space for everyone to go and find representation that was built for them. in the media especially positive and healthy representation is hard to find so why don’t we make it ourselves? there is a zero tolerance policy for racism, homophobia, sexism, or any hate of any kind towards any person or group. this is a positive, healthy, and happy hashtag.
q: how do i join #positiverep?
a: that’s easy. just put the hashtag #positiverep anywhere on your blog; in your description or anywhere else that may fit with your aesthetic. then tell others about it and why you decided to be apart of it. spread the word if you can! that’s all it takes.
q: is #positiverep a hashtag for me?
a: the simple answer? yes. this is a place for everyone, minorities especially, to find them and who they are. it’s a place to share your experiences and your knowledge and to also learn. it’s a place to be who you are and be happy knowing that one day you will be represented in the media. but for now, you have this hashtag.
if you have anymore questions feel free to ask me and i’ll answer to the best of my abilities. i have #positiverep in my description and since i’m a writer, i will be participating. if you want me to make you a character that you one day want to see in the media, a character that represents who you are, all you have to do is drop by my ask box. tell me the things i listed above and anything else you feel comfortable with including!
feel free to reblog this and tag anyone who you think can benefit from this hashtag or anyone you think would love to participate!
-reneé
