The Importance of Representation and Diversity in Literature
370E
Saturday May 11, 2019 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
We are certainly at a time in our society where supporting diversity in the arts matters. So, why is diversity in literature so important? What kind of impact does it actually have? And how can writers ensure that intentional diversity in their prose is genuine, without coming across as contrived, forced and irrelevant. Join a discussion of different facets of diversity, including gender, sexuality, race, culture, disability and age. We will outline examples of where diversity is supported and showcased, and the positive repercussions it has on readership.
