Culture is not a Costume: Exploring Cultural Appropriation on Halloween

Culture is not a Costume: Exploring Cultural Appropriation on Halloween

October 15, 2024 at 1:45 pm  Education, Kamloops, News

The scariest part of the spooky season could be the abuse and appropriation of different cultures for a costume.

As part of the Intercultural Learning Speakers Series, Amna Qazi and Alicia Ashcroft (she/her) will facilitate Culture is not a Costume: Exploring Cultural Appropriation on Halloween.

Event info

  • Thursday, Oct. 24
  • 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
  • Ken Lepin Science Building, S 373

Attendees will learn how to exercise cultural sensitivity and contribute to an environment where we can all feel safe, supported and at ease expressing our identities.

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