How Media Representation Affects Self-Perception | Abby Govindan | TEDxBinghamtonUniversity

Do you think the media you consume affects how you view yourself and even what careers you consider? When Abby Govindan saw a more diverse representation of her background in her favorite TV shows it helped support her decision to pursue a career in comedy. She explains how the power of our voices can elevate the people and stories we want to see the most in the media and push Hollywood in the right direction so that everyone can see a character on screen who looks like them and is complex and worthy of love.

[epf]

Very powerful insights! You are in fact changing the world…for the better. Because I believe you and in you on so many levels, I want to be sure that you are aware that as you feel that you are representing yourself in the media, the audience likely is forming their opinion, maybe a new opinion, about young Indian women…so be circumspective. I am really upset by those musicians whose lyrics are violent, crass and misogynistic who claim…it’s just music…All art transforms its audience…hopefully in a positive direction. You are inspiring!

[sachitanand]

I feel your words... I've been bullied just because I am Indian