Tag: Dylan Marron

No, I don’t Worry about Alienating Allies

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I have noticed in my online activism that if I call out problematic behaviour or comment on the cultural context of disability being mentioned in particular contexts either by an ally or by someone who is perceived as an ally, I will often be chastened for the nebulous offence of "alienating allies". When this happens, … Continue reading No, I don’t Worry about Alienating Allies

When Social Justice Media “Allies” Get it Wrong

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On Jan. 6th Seriously.tv--a social justice focused video producer--put out a new instalment of their series "Shutting Down the Bullshit...". The series is characterised by host Dylan Marron confronting either a noted activist or a group of people who are linked by a shared experience (race, religion, sexual assault) with stereotypes that they encounter as … Continue reading When Social Justice Media “Allies” Get it Wrong