Dear Rebels,
It’s the start of a new week here at HQ and we’re leaning into the wise words of Gloria Steinmen, “Like art, revolutions come from combining what exists into what has never existed before.”
We’re tired of the constant barrage of unprecedented events and human rights violations, but we’re also determined to lace up our glitter Chuck Taylors and make a damn difference. Let’s create something that has never existed before.
Stats
Days till Next Issue: 18
Patreon Subscribers: 14
Email Subscribers: 12
Social Media Followers: 800
CURRENT GOAL: The magazine pays for itself.
(Rent, subscriptions, overhead costs etc.)
Cost $500 per month
🌡️ 13% Complete
🗓️ This Week:
I’m working hard to finish the first draft of issue 4 by Friday. With release coming up on February 13th, we need ample time for edits and any last minute contributions from the community. Case Anderson, our spotlight interviewee, has sent over some awesome photos to choose from on the cover, so be looking for that sneak peek later this week on Patreon!
🥳 Little victories:
Fashion Rebel Nation set up a table at the back to School Picnic at Fort Hays State University on January 20th. I had the privilege of meeting the president, treasurer, and multiple members of the campus GSA organization. As an elder millennial, it gives me great hope to see intergenerational collaboration and people stepping up to carry the torch in these dark times.
💭 Big Dreams:
Right now, FRN is dreaming of community. We want to make serious strides toward growing both our Patreon group and our ties with real world organizations. I can’t emphasize enough that this magazine and this movement aren’t about me - they’re about us. I dream of the day when I’m just wearing the Editor in Chief hat and the pages of FRN are filled with art, photography, essays, short stories, and poetry created entirely by community. Real change starts with people who aren’t afraid to dream big.
✊ Join the rebellion:
If you want to help us change the world, but you don’t know where to start, here are some concrete ways you can contribute to the rebellion:
* Check out our open calls for submissions and share your work.
* Join us on Patreon and be part of the community discussion.
* Become an affiliate and get paid to share the magazine.
* Read the latest issue and leave a review. Reviews genuinely help us reach more rebels and build a publication that better reflects our community.
* Follow us on social media @fashionrebelnation and help spread the word by liking, commenting, and sharing posts.
* Drop a one time donation for the cost of a cup of coffee on Ko-fi. We truly are a community powered, crowd funded publication and that’s thanks to readers & listeners like you ❤️
