Date:
Wednesday, May 18, 2022 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Venue:
Other Venue Details:
Dogwood Room
Contact:
Jill @ 250-735-8430
Understanding Cultural Appreciation and Curltural Appropriation: Am I allowed to wear that?
FREE ADMISSION
Speaking about her journey as an Indigenous woman who is a contemporary jewelry designer, economic developer & community leader, holding a seat on the Hupacasath First Nations Council.
Topics of Discussion:
- Understanding what is sacred to Indigenous peoples & why you can’t wear certain items
- Understanding that purchasing authentic works is appreciation
- Authentic design work and theft of design work
- Repatriation
- Reviving Indigenous designs, crafts and materials