Title: Importance of representation in media – The Prowler
Headings: Importance of representation in media
Importance of representation in media
Diversity in media provides an accurate reflection of our world

Content: While numerous bestselling authors and influential figures in Hollywood have made strides toward promoting inclusivity, the overall lack of diverse characters remains a problem, and it is overwhelmingly evident. “
People who are ethnically, racially, religiously, and sexually diverse exist, and their presence in our world largely contributes to its vibrancy.” — Features co-Editor Ximena Bejarano
The impact of having proper representation in media on individuals is considerably large. In a society where media, ranging from television shows to websites, serves as a central aspect of our lives, the content that is presented to us through these mediums is more influential than we realize. Consequently, when there is a lack of diverse characters in media, those belonging to minority and marginalized groups will begin perceiving themselves as outsiders of their communities. In a world as diverse as ours, this is anything but true. From merely observing our surroundings, it can easily be concluded that our population does not fit into a single mold. People who are ethnically, racially, religiously, and sexually diverse exist, and their presence in our world largely contributes to its vibrancy. As a result, meaningful efforts toward representing every individual in media will allow for exciting content that accurately depicts reality. “ [ Movies] are about imagination, about people making universes and worlds in which we want to explore.