We are not costumes; We are Rematriating – InFocus

Reclaiming Indigenous identities from the dehumanizing depth of Halloween costumes

APTN InFocus with Cheryl McKenzie

Every fall we’re confronted with stereotypes of Indigenous cultures decrepitly portrayed in Halloween costumes on store shelves.

In this edition we put InFocus a growing movement by Indigenous women who oppose to the appropriation of our cultural identities.

Watch and see how their response kicks the discussion of the “Sexy Squaw” up to a whole new level.

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