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.
As a follow-up from International Volunteer Day, today we're spotlighting our Translation volunteers as they answer questions you asked them! Read what they had to say at otw-news.org/2p93mpfh
January 10, 2026 at 2:27 PM
As a follow-up from International Volunteer Day, today we're spotlighting our Translation volunteers as they answer questions you asked them! Read what they had to say at otw-news.org/2p93mpfh
AO3 Stats inside! Our 2025 in review. Learn more at otw-news.org/4fvmdxmt
January 6, 2026 at 2:51 PM
AO3 Stats inside! Our 2025 in review. Learn more at otw-news.org/4fvmdxmt
The #OTW Board will be holding its next public meeting at 00:00 UTC on January 18. Learn more at otw-news.org/ycktye9
January 4, 2026 at 4:51 PM
The #OTW Board will be holding its next public meeting at 00:00 UTC on January 18. Learn more at otw-news.org/ycktye9
As a follow-up from International Volunteer Day, today we're spotlighting our #OTW Support volunteers as they answer questions you asked them! Read what they had to say at otw-news.org/mvwwz5jd
January 3, 2026 at 7:41 PM
As a follow-up from International Volunteer Day, today we're spotlighting our #OTW Support volunteers as they answer questions you asked them! Read what they had to say at otw-news.org/mvwwz5jd
It's the first #Fanwork Friday of 2026! 🎉 Let's celebrate by sharing what we've been reading, writing, drawing, or making recently! Any fandom or pairing welcome, and links encouraged!
January 2, 2026 at 3:34 PM
It's the first #Fanwork Friday of 2026! 🎉 Let's celebrate by sharing what we've been reading, writing, drawing, or making recently! Any fandom or pairing welcome, and links encouraged!
December's #OTW Signal explores the concept of fan devotion as shaped by shared rituals and experiences + a tip on how you can see the OTW at your local con! Read more at otw-news.org/yc4n2mmm
December 28, 2025 at 6:31 PM
December's #OTW Signal explores the concept of fan devotion as shaped by shared rituals and experiences + a tip on how you can see the OTW at your local con! Read more at otw-news.org/yc4n2mmm
Updated Statement from Board, Chairs & Leads on the 2020 promises from the OTW! Read it in full at: otw-news.org/yckmht9x
December 26, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Updated Statement from Board, Chairs & Leads on the 2020 promises from the OTW! Read it in full at: otw-news.org/yckmht9x
#AO3 tag wranglers have canonized some new "No Fandom" additional tags. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/2p83s372.
December 22, 2025 at 10:35 AM
#AO3 tag wranglers have canonized some new "No Fandom" additional tags. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/2p83s372.
(Memes courtesy of our TikTok mod!)
December 19, 2025 at 4:32 PM
(Memes courtesy of our TikTok mod!)
We took a peek at your holiday wish list, hope you don't mind 🎁🥂🧑🎄
December 19, 2025 at 4:32 PM
We took a peek at your holiday wish list, hope you don't mind 🎁🥂🧑🎄
The Randall Morgan Memorial Archive, a Queer As Folk (US) fanfiction archive, is being imported to the Archive of Our Own (AO3). Read more at: otw-news.org/td6a9w
December 16, 2025 at 7:51 PM
The Randall Morgan Memorial Archive, a Queer As Folk (US) fanfiction archive, is being imported to the Archive of Our Own (AO3). Read more at: otw-news.org/td6a9w
International Fanworks Day 2026 is on the horizon, and we'd like to know about any fan-events you're planning to host this #IFD! Tell us how you'll celebrate until January 28, and we'll signal-boost your event for you. You can submit your event at otw-news.org/mvpscwby
December 14, 2025 at 12:23 AM
International Fanworks Day 2026 is on the horizon, and we'd like to know about any fan-events you're planning to host this #IFD! Tell us how you'll celebrate until January 28, and we'll signal-boost your event for you. You can submit your event at otw-news.org/mvpscwby
Erica Frank and Kathryn Soderholm have resigned from the OTW Board of Directors for personal reasons, effective December 11, 2025. Read more at otw-news.org/yp2as54k
December 11, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Erica Frank and Kathryn Soderholm have resigned from the OTW Board of Directors for personal reasons, effective December 11, 2025. Read more at otw-news.org/yp2as54k
In November, we celebrated #AO3's 16th anniversary, #Fanlore ran a No Fault November challenge for editors to catch up on badges, and the #OTW filed an amicus brief in the US Supreme Court. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/5f67t2at
December 8, 2025 at 3:55 PM
In November, we celebrated #AO3's 16th anniversary, #Fanlore ran a No Fault November challenge for editors to catch up on badges, and the #OTW filed an amicus brief in the US Supreme Court. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/5f67t2at
Come celebrate our #OTW volunteers for #InternationalVolunteerDay, and learn more about how the OTW works behind the scenes at otw-news.org/yckpbhwb
December 5, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Come celebrate our #OTW volunteers for #InternationalVolunteerDay, and learn more about how the OTW works behind the scenes at otw-news.org/yckpbhwb
In #FiveThings AuroraT discusses project management, task management, and working in a library. Read more on otw-news.org/3usy5add
December 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
In #FiveThings AuroraT discusses project management, task management, and working in a library. Read more on otw-news.org/3usy5add
November’s #OTW Signal looks at growing interest in fan-art economies + tips for you on preserving fanzines through the Fanzine Scan Hosting Project. Read more at otw-news.org/4nazvtsd.
November 27, 2025 at 10:24 AM
November’s #OTW Signal looks at growing interest in fan-art economies + tips for you on preserving fanzines through the Fanzine Scan Hosting Project. Read more at otw-news.org/4nazvtsd.
#AO3 tag wranglers have canonized some new "No Fandom" additional tags. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/2p9cue9r
November 24, 2025 at 5:26 PM
#AO3 tag wranglers have canonized some new "No Fandom" additional tags. Check out the latest news post for details: otw-news.org/2p9cue9r
Ever wanted to peek behind the scenes of the #OTW? This is your chance! To celebrate this year's #IVD, from today until November 28, you can submit questions to ask our volunteers. Selected answers will be posted in December. Participate here: forms.gle/AQLBKng54R4j...
November 18, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Ever wanted to peek behind the scenes of the #OTW? This is your chance! To celebrate this year's #IVD, from today until November 28, you can submit questions to ask our volunteers. Selected answers will be posted in December. Participate here: forms.gle/AQLBKng54R4j...
PhoenixSong.net, a Harry Potter fanfiction and fanart archive, is being imported to the Archive of Our Own. Read more at: otw-news.org/233h5633
November 17, 2025 at 8:45 PM
PhoenixSong.net, a Harry Potter fanfiction and fanart archive, is being imported to the Archive of Our Own. Read more at: otw-news.org/233h5633
#AO3 is turning 16! Look back with us on some of what we accomplished this year, and participate in our anniversary fanwork prompt! Learn more at otw-news.org/yckt835x #AO3Celebrates16
November 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM
#AO3 is turning 16! Look back with us on some of what we accomplished this year, and participate in our anniversary fanwork prompt! Learn more at otw-news.org/yckt835x #AO3Celebrates16
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