Organization for Transformative Works
@transformativeworks.org
The Organization for Transformative Works (OTW) is a nonprofit organization established by fans to serve the interests of fans by providing access to and preserving the history of fanworks and fan culture in its myriad forms.
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#TransformativeWorks is officially on Bluesky! 💙 Follow us for updates on everything OTW: such as #AO3, Fanlore, legal advocacy, our other projects, fannish information, + more! Repost to help spread the word 📣
Celebrate fandom friendship with us through the release of Fandom Friendships: A Zine! Viewable for free at otw-news.org/2p8p95r4
November 10, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Celebrate fandom friendship with us through the release of Fandom Friendships: A Zine! Viewable for free at otw-news.org/2p8p95r4
In October, we successfully completed our #OTW Membership Drive, celebrated 16 million works on #AO3, and attended two conventions. Read more at otw-news.org/2s3j5mzp
November 8, 2025 at 3:59 PM
In October, we successfully completed our #OTW Membership Drive, celebrated 16 million works on #AO3, and attended two conventions. Read more at otw-news.org/2s3j5mzp
The #OTW is monitoring new laws around the world and working to ensure #AO3 remains a safe, open space for creative expression. OTW Legal addresses concerns about current and proposed legislation on age verification, privacy, and freedom of expression. Read more at: otw-news.org/y8sxsp6v
November 5, 2025 at 11:23 PM
The #OTW is monitoring new laws around the world and working to ensure #AO3 remains a safe, open space for creative expression. OTW Legal addresses concerns about current and proposed legislation on age verification, privacy, and freedom of expression. Read more at: otw-news.org/y8sxsp6v
In #FiveThings Julie discusses fanzines, databases, and the Murderbot Diaries. Read more on otw-news.org/2dxsvvx5
November 3, 2025 at 12:56 PM
In #FiveThings Julie discusses fanzines, databases, and the Murderbot Diaries. Read more on otw-news.org/2dxsvvx5
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The latest changes on #AO3 include more preparations for internationalizing emails, overhauled Assignments pages for gift exchange participants, and improved redirects when logging in and out. Check out our release notes for full details on all changes!
Releases 0.9.433 - 0.9.439: Change Log | Archive of Our Own
An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works
ao3-news.org
November 1, 2025 at 12:20 AM
The latest changes on #AO3 include more preparations for internationalizing emails, overhauled Assignments pages for gift exchange participants, and improved redirects when logging in and out. Check out our release notes for full details on all changes!
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[update] Resolved: #AO3 is back! We believe the problem has been resolved, but we're continuing to monitor things just in case.
[AO3] Unexpected downtime
#AO3 is back! We believe the problem has been resolved, but we're continuing to monitor things just in case.
stspg.io
October 31, 2025 at 7:30 AM
[update] Resolved: #AO3 is back! We believe the problem has been resolved, but we're continuing to monitor things just in case.
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[update] Investigating: #AO3 is down for some or all users. We are aware and are actively investigating.
[AO3] Unexpected downtime
#AO3 is down for some or all users. We are aware and are actively investigating.
stspg.io
October 31, 2025 at 6:12 AM
[update] Investigating: #AO3 is down for some or all users. We are aware and are actively investigating.
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To wrap up Fanlore's Booktober month we'll be holding three editing chats on our discord! Join us on Saturday November 01, 09:00 PM UTC, or Sunday November 02, at 02:00 AM or 04:00 PM UTC. Come enjoy chatting with other editors and expand Fanlore pages! bit.ly/FanloreDiscord
October 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
To wrap up Fanlore's Booktober month we'll be holding three editing chats on our discord! Join us on Saturday November 01, 09:00 PM UTC, or Sunday November 02, at 02:00 AM or 04:00 PM UTC. Come enjoy chatting with other editors and expand Fanlore pages! bit.ly/FanloreDiscord
#AO3 tag wranglers have canonized some new "No Fandom" additional tags. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/3p8cnfe8
October 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
#AO3 tag wranglers have canonized some new "No Fandom" additional tags. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/3p8cnfe8
October's #OTW Signal offers you a chance to contribute to an archive on J. R. R. Tolkien fandom as well as read a study on misogyny in fannish conventions + a tip for you about donation gifts. Read more at otw-news.org/yckcxjmm.
October 28, 2025 at 10:14 AM
October's #OTW Signal offers you a chance to contribute to an archive on J. R. R. Tolkien fandom as well as read a study on misogyny in fannish conventions + a tip for you about donation gifts. Read more at otw-news.org/yckcxjmm.
Don't think Mod Tiana forgot about this... #AO3 readers! 📢 To celebrate: share the #fanfiction you've been reading recently! Is it from a #fandom you've joined recently? Is it an old favorite? Let us know!
#AO3 has reached 16 million fanworks! Celebrate this milestone with us, and learn more about the technical setup of the site at otw-news.org/s486vdeb
October 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Don't think Mod Tiana forgot about this... #AO3 readers! 📢 To celebrate: share the #fanfiction you've been reading recently! Is it from a #fandom you've joined recently? Is it an old favorite? Let us know!
We are at MCM Comic Con London! This weekend (Oct 24-26) at Excel London, England. Come see us in booth s2038! Find more info about the con here: www.mcmcomiccon.com/london/en-us...
October 25, 2025 at 8:36 PM
We are at MCM Comic Con London! This weekend (Oct 24-26) at Excel London, England. Come see us in booth s2038! Find more info about the con here: www.mcmcomiccon.com/london/en-us...
Applications for #Translation Translators, #Fanlore Graphics Designer Volunteers, and #UserResponseTranslation Translators are still open, check out our volunteering page for more information: otw.org/volunteer!
Are you fluent in a language other than English? Do you have graphic design skills? Are you interested in the rescue and preservation of fanworks? Are you passionate about AO3 and want to help us better reply to users all around the world? The #OTW is recruiting! otw-news.org/ye2xs9w3.
October 25, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Applications for #Translation Translators, #Fanlore Graphics Designer Volunteers, and #UserResponseTranslation Translators are still open, check out our volunteering page for more information: otw.org/volunteer!
Open Doors has been hard at work importing fanzines to #AO3 through the Fanzine Scan Hosting Project (FSHP) with Zinedom! Check out a round-up of what they've imported so far at: otw-news.org/jhfysvs5
October 24, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Open Doors has been hard at work importing fanzines to #AO3 through the Fanzine Scan Hosting Project (FSHP) with Zinedom! Check out a round-up of what they've imported so far at: otw-news.org/jhfysvs5
Are you fluent in a language other than English? Do you have graphic design skills? Are you interested in the rescue and preservation of fanworks? Are you passionate about AO3 and want to help us better reply to users all around the world? The #OTW is recruiting! otw-news.org/ye2xs9w3.
October 22, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Are you fluent in a language other than English? Do you have graphic design skills? Are you interested in the rescue and preservation of fanworks? Are you passionate about AO3 and want to help us better reply to users all around the world? The #OTW is recruiting! otw-news.org/ye2xs9w3.
#AO3 has reached 16 million fanworks! Celebrate this milestone with us, and learn more about the technical setup of the site at otw-news.org/s486vdeb
October 21, 2025 at 7:32 PM
#AO3 has reached 16 million fanworks! Celebrate this milestone with us, and learn more about the technical setup of the site at otw-news.org/s486vdeb
The #OTW’s October membership drive has ended; we raised US$288,692.28; 8,753 individuals chose to take up or renew their membership. Thank you to everybody who donated and shared! For additional stats, check out: otw-news.org/3ppvwtwj
October 20, 2025 at 12:48 AM
The #OTW’s October membership drive has ended; we raised US$288,692.28; 8,753 individuals chose to take up or renew their membership. Thank you to everybody who donated and shared! For additional stats, check out: otw-news.org/3ppvwtwj
For our Oct 2025 Membership Drive, we’re featuring a donation gift each day, Oct 17-19!
Today’s featured gift: a water bottle! Stay hydrated with a water bottle that shows off your #AO3 and #OTW love.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
Today’s featured gift: a water bottle! Stay hydrated with a water bottle that shows off your #AO3 and #OTW love.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
October 19, 2025 at 4:34 PM
For our Oct 2025 Membership Drive, we’re featuring a donation gift each day, Oct 17-19!
Today’s featured gift: a water bottle! Stay hydrated with a water bottle that shows off your #AO3 and #OTW love.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
Today’s featured gift: a water bottle! Stay hydrated with a water bottle that shows off your #AO3 and #OTW love.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
For our Oct 2025 Membership Drive, we’re featuring a donation gift each day, Oct 17-19!
Today’s featured gift: a butterfly pin! A colorful rainbow enamel pin shows off your love for #AO3 and the #OTW.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
Today’s featured gift: a butterfly pin! A colorful rainbow enamel pin shows off your love for #AO3 and the #OTW.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
October 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
For our Oct 2025 Membership Drive, we’re featuring a donation gift each day, Oct 17-19!
Today’s featured gift: a butterfly pin! A colorful rainbow enamel pin shows off your love for #AO3 and the #OTW.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
Today’s featured gift: a butterfly pin! A colorful rainbow enamel pin shows off your love for #AO3 and the #OTW.
Donate today and choose this gift to make it yours! otw.org/donate
#OTW's October Membership drive has begun! Take a peek at our servers and find out how you can help keep them running at: otw-news.org/3yjwum4y
October 17, 2025 at 12:21 AM
#OTW's October Membership drive has begun! Take a peek at our servers and find out how you can help keep them running at: otw-news.org/3yjwum4y
The #OTW’s Finance Committee has released the update on the 2025 Budget, reporting on our projects, fundraising, and more! See the spreadsheet and report at: otw-news.org/2jvkzpnd
October 16, 2025 at 2:28 PM
The #OTW’s Finance Committee has released the update on the 2025 Budget, reporting on our projects, fundraising, and more! See the spreadsheet and report at: otw-news.org/2jvkzpnd
Applications for Policy & Abuse Volunteers are still open, check out our volunteering page for more information: otw.org/volunteer!
Are you a frequent #AO3 user who enjoys helping others? Would you like to assist AO3 users by resolving complaints? The Organization for Transformative Works is recruiting! Learn more at: otw-news.org/2p8u453j
October 11, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Applications for Policy & Abuse Volunteers are still open, check out our volunteering page for more information: otw.org/volunteer!
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[update] Completed: #AO3's scheduled maintenance has finished! You're free to return to browsing.
AO3 Maintenance
#AO3's scheduled maintenance has finished! You're free to return to browsing.
stspg.io
October 10, 2025 at 10:12 PM
[update] Completed: #AO3's scheduled maintenance has finished! You're free to return to browsing.
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[update] In Progress: Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.
AO3 Maintenance
Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.
stspg.io
October 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
[update] In Progress: Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.