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Alison Glassie, a literary scholar specializing in hemispheric American literatures, modern and contemporary literatures, and the environmental humanities, will present on "Advocacy and Audience."
Alison Glassie, a literary scholar specializing in hemispheric American literatures, modern and contemporary literatures, and the environmental humanities, will present on "Advocacy and Audience."
Since 19th century scientists first observed the effects of CO2 emissions on Earth's atmosphere, the climate has generated an enormous volume of writing, across a range of genres. While much of this writing intends to inspire constructive action, some of it was created to sow doubt about scientific consensus, minimize the crisis, and lead readers to believe lies. In this workshop, we'll discuss science literacy, ethics, advocacy, and audience. Mindful of the dynamics of power and privilege that shape relationships between readers and writers, we'll explore effective advocacy strategies that span genres.
You do not have to attend the workshops in order to submit to the contest, and you do not have to submit to the contest in order to attend the workshops. Attendance will not be taken. Certainly, though, entrants may find the information shared by our judges valuable. Workshops are open to the public. Bring friends! Please note: in keeping with our policy of blind judging, individual compositions will NOT be discussed at these workshops.
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Contact: writingfortheclimate@gmail.com