The phrase “cultural appropriation” appears in many forms and many contexts. And the debates surrounding it have swelled periodically, especially in the last 20 years. But what does it really mean, ...

Every Halloween, the phrase "cultural appropriation" comes up in conversation — so, what is that? How do we explain it to children? And how can families make sure their Halloween costumes aren't ...

As a WASPy American whose family has four centuries of history in what is now the United States, I never thought this would happen, but recently I became aware that I am a victim of cultural ...

Kayla Le, known as SAILORR, has emerged as a rising R&B star, but her rapid ascent has sparked debate. Cultural appropriation allegations have surfaced, with critics questioning her use of African ...

In this article, Natasha Reed discusses that while casting for runway shows seems to be moving toward cultural diversity, the fashion industry itself may have a cultural appropriation crisis. In this ...

R.F. Kuang's novel offers a literary exploration of cultural appropriation taken to a new degree. Who is she? R.F. Kuang is an award-winning Chinese American author, known for her best-selling fantasy ...

Spiritual seekers don’t always respect boundaries and processes set by local healers, and many disregard the health risks of the psychedelic brew. This is the difference between cultural appropriation ...

Southern Army counselor Aliyah Le faces scrutiny after her accent is mistaken for “acting Black,” dividing social media between cultural critique and regional defense. An Instagram Reel by Aliyah Le, ...