What is Cultural Appropriation?

UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT. IF YOU'D LIKE TO BE PUT ON THE WAITLIST, PLEASE CONTACT US at hello@thinkshout.com. We will contact you if space becomes available. Thank you!Issues of CULTURAL APPROPRIATION AND IDENTITY ARE COMPLICATED. Power dynamics influence who benefits from certain CULTURAL EXPERIENCE, and—given the global nature of our world—parts of our individual and CULTURAL IDENTITIES ARE SHAPED BY CULTURES OTHER THAN OUR OWN. How do we make sense of this and what effect does it have on US as individuals and as Oregonians? Facilitator SURABHI MAHAJAN will lead us in a conversation to explore cultural appropriation beyond who’s “allowed” to wear certain clothing or cook particular foods. SURABHI MAHAJAN is a longtime resident and active community member in Salem, Oregon, who works for food access in her community. Her experience as part of a family of immigrants and a woman of color with a college education has helped her understand how different aspects of her culture have informed her place in the world. She looks forward to talking with fellow Oregonians to discuss how cultural appropriation shapes individuals’ experiences and identities. Light snacks (GF and Vegetarian options will be available), beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. ABOUT THINKSHOUT: ThinkShout is a Portland-grown, certified B Corp dedicated to partnering with courageous organizations that put people and the planet first. Our strategists, designers, technologists and project managers bring their expertise and leverage digital tools to advance the causes we’re passionate about. SCHEDULE: * 5:30 - 6:00 | Doors Open * 6:00 - 7:30 | Facilitated Conversation * 6:15 | Doors Close * 7:30 | Event Ends