The AMC began as the Midwest Zine Conference in 1999 and is now in its 17th year, with almost 2000 participants and growing. The zine was first introduced in 2013 to tell the unique story of the conference’s participatory organizing process.
The 2015 edition of the zine, designed by The Work Department, includes updated tools for coordinating sessions, working with presenters, conference logistics, and fundraising – all the things that make the AMC come alive every summer. The zine showcases how the AMC is organized through “tracks, practice spaces, and network gatherings” and includes practical tips, best practices, and informative diagrams on the conference organizing cycle.
