Has Representation Gone Too Far?

Explore the impact of representation in film and television through Jewel Okoronkwo's personal experiences in this 16-minute TEDxEmory talk. Examine the #Oscarssowhite incident at the 2015 Oscars and subsequent efforts to promote diversity in Western media. Analyze various examples of black representation in media to gain a new perspective on whether the push for diversity has gone too far. Learn about Jewel's background as a Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology student at Emory University, her involvement in campus organizations, and her research on autism at The Marcus Autism Center. Gain insights into the ongoing debate surrounding representation in media and form your own opinion on its current state and future direction.