

Moira Donegan: "A Gender Emergency"
Mar 26, 2024
Moira Donegan, a writer in residence at the Clayman Institute and columnist for The Guardian, dives into the pressing intersections of gender, politics, and law. She reflects on her journey from student to author and the personal impact of the Me Too movement. Donegan discusses the emotional complexity behind the infamous 'shitty media men' list and addresses the chilling implications of legal decisions like the Dobbs case. With insights on feminist discourse and the challenges of advocacy, she champions the urgent need for women's rights in today's society.
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Avoid Paying For A Writing MFA
- Do not pay for a creative writing MFA, Moira Donegan advises from personal experience.
- She recommends avoiding costly MFAs unless you are certain they'll advance your career.
Why She Built The List
- Moira Donegan describes creating the anonymous "shitty media men" Google spreadsheet to make speaking about sexual violence safer.
- She used anonymity to protect reporters from retaliation and to make complaints speakable and preventable.
Silence Is Produced By Institutions
- Donegan links widespread harassment to institutional failure that forces silence or retaliation.
- She argues available reporting avenues often produce worse outcomes than silence, causing underreporting.