Joe Wu is a member of the Edmonton Chinese Writing Club (ECWC) and a retired professor from the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta. He brings extensive teaching and research experience in second language education, cross cultural communication, and the role of social identity in language learning. His academic background and community engagement inform his commitment to ethical, culturally sensitive storytelling in anti racism work.

This workshop introduces the principles of ethical storytelling in anti racism work, emphasizing that stories can heal but also harm when privacy, consent, and cultural sensitivity are overlooked. Drawing on personal experiences and real world cases, the facilitator illustrates how misrepresentation, power imbalances, and identifiable details can wound individuals and communities. The workshop outlines key ethical frameworks—from informed consent and data protection to trauma informed and culturally aware practices—and offers practical tools for writers to navigate dilemmas responsibly. At its heart, it argues that ethics is not a restriction but an act of care that strengthens trust, protects people, and empowers meaningful anti racist storytelling.