Hopepunk: Weaponizing optimism

Let's get curious about hopepunk! What is it? What role does it play in storytelling and society today?

"Hopepunk says that genuinely and sincerely caring about something, anything, requires bravery and strength. Hopepunk isn’t ever about submission or acceptance: It’s about standing up and fighting for what you believe in. It’s about standing up for other people. It’s about DEMANDING a better, kinder world, and truly believing that we can get there if we care about each other as hard as we possibly can, with every drop of power in our little hearts." - Alexandra Rowland

What to expect
Friendly conversation with other curious minds! Grab a cuppa and join in. We'll discuss the hopepunk phenomenon, talk about how we connect to stories of hope and persistence, and explore the role of hopepunk in these times. This will be a low-pressure, facilitated conversation.

How to prepare
Read Vox's article "Hopepunk, explained" (about a 10-15 minute read) at https://www.vox.com/2018/12/27/18137571/what-is-hopepunk-noblebright-grimdark
That's it! Read up, make notes if you feel compelled (interesting points in the article, questions you have, ideas it sparked), and come ready to engage.

What to bring
Just come with a curious mind and be ready to enjoy some intriguing conversation. A notepad might be helpful for capturing thoughts or collecting new "to read" items.

See you there!