Healing the Harms of Cultural Appropriation
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In this episode of I So Appreciate You!, co-hosts Nadege Souvenir and Melanie Hoffert discuss cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation with Anishinaabe artist, advocate and cultural educator Adrienne M. Benjamin. In addition to Adrienne, they also take time to discuss this complex topic with another surprise guest, Dr. Eric Jolly, president & CEO of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation. As Reconciliation Advisor for Minnetonka, Adrienne is working to bridge the gap between the Indigenous community and a white-owned business by internally shifting its culture. As a result of her work, the company is creating opportunities for Indigenous artists among several other restorative actions. Links Adrienne Benjamin’s Website Follow Adrienne on Instagram Follow Adrienne on Facebook Minnetonka Website
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