Cultural appropriation isn’t always an overt act like blackface or wearing sacred Native American headdresses as fashion. Often, it’s subtler, especially in the digital age, where cultural elements are shared and reshaped online. In this session, participants will explore how cultural misappropriation occurs across various minority groups and learn how to recognize and confront it respectfully.
Attendees will examine how cultural artifacts—including fashion, language, sacred symbols, and intellectual property—can be inappropriately claimed or used by those outside the culture. The session fosters understanding and equips participants with tools to honor cultural boundaries and promote respectful cultural exchange.

Participants will explore:
-What constitutes cultural appropriation and its various forms
-The impact of digital cultural appropriation on minority communities
-Strategies to avoid and address cultural misappropriation in everyday life

Empower yourself to engage with diverse cultures thoughtfully and respectfully, fostering genuine appreciation without harm.