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Practical Tools to Help You Write Layered Stories, Not Stereotypes

Diversity in fiction isn’t a trend—it’s a responsibility. But writing outside your lived experience can be risky, even with the best intentions. In this honest and thought-provoking session, Colombian author and journalist Ángela Álvarez Vélez unpacks what it really means to write for, about, and as marginalized characters.

Blending craft, cultural insight, and practical tools, she introduces a powerful framework—including the “FOR/ABOUT/AS” lens, the Narrative Impact Matrix, and the Four Pillars of Responsible Representation. You’ll leave with a sharper eye, a fuller heart, and concrete strategies to make your writing more ethical, empathetic, and unforgettable.

Whether you're a seasoned author, an emerging writer, or just trying to do better by your characters—this talk will challenge you, equip you, and leave you with something to think about long after the last slide.

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Free Talk: Practical Tools to Help You Write Layered Stories, Not Stereotypes

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Ángela Álvarez Vélez is a Colombian journalist, writer, educator, and podcast host with over 25 years of experience in storytelling, communication, and cultural education. Her work spans newspapers, classrooms, international media, and community spaces. Through her workshops, editorial work, and bilingual podcast When Home is a Foreign Word, she helps people find, craft, and share better stories to build a better world, one story at a time. Follow her on Substack here.

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