I have been a fan and (minor) supporter of Model View Culture for while. For me, it's perhaps one of the most relevant publications for this period of my life.
The last week or so has been filled with drama. I will not recount it all, partially because I didn't follow it closely, partially because there are better sources. Here's some of what I've read:
- My Statement, by Shanley Kane
- What it was like to co-found Model View Culture with Shanley Kane
- An Apology and Eight Other Things
- The Trouble with Heroes
There's more, I'm sure, but that's a good enough overview. Keeping in mind Leigh Alexander's advice, I'm here mostly to amplify other voices, and to say that I still support MVC as a publication.
I'll be keeping an eye out for more feminist publications in tech -- If the fallout from this is that more venues exist, it could end up being a net positive. I encourage everyone to consider supporting publications like this. Small amounts, large amounts, whatever is within your comfort zone.
I especially encourage you to think about these things if you're a white or asian male in the tech industry: Seeing your industry reflected back at you through the mirror of outsiders can be very painful, but it's absolutely worth while.