I think that old adage "a picture is worth a thousand words" is a necessity when trying to educate people about neighborhoods they are unfamiliar with, especially "Southeast" neighborhoods.  I am not sure what people think "Southeast" looks like so when possible (and when I can find my camera) I like to include pictures of my community, because what makes a neighborhood isn't a reputation (real or exaggerated) it's the people. 

It may not always be perfect but it it's home.