DasVlog | Episode 5: Cultural Appropriation

It’s time to discuss a problem that is still hotly debated in society, that of cultural appropriation. Cultural appropriation is a sticking point for many as there is a fear of preventing creativity, but in many ways this problem isn’t about creativity, it is about theft.

This particular episode primarily focuses on the appropriation of indigenous culture. There is much more to appropriation as it is happening to many ethnicities and minorities in the western world.

Here are some points of interest and sources used for this particular episode:

• Maori Tattoos aka Ta Moko
• Maui in Mythology
• Counting Coup
• Native American Headdresses
• Khmer Clothing
• An Actual Native American Fashion Designer
• All the Research that went into Moana
• Information on Helm of Awe