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“My culture is not your costume”: The cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion

South Asian fashion, with its vibrant colours and intricate embroidery, has made a significant mark on the global runway and has been a subject of interest for major fashion brands for years. However, it has also been a subject of news headlines as many Western fashion brands have released fashion lines closely resembling South Asian pieces. Such cases have created online discourse about the cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion in the fashion industry and drawn parallels to specific historical practices during the colonial era. … Continue reading“My culture is not your costume”: The cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion

From the Streets to the State: How South Asia’s Youth Are Rewriting Politics

South Asia has been seeing a rise in youth populism, an anti-elite sentiment amongst Gen-Z, which generally stems from triggers such as corruption or misrepresentation.  Though increasingly prevalent in recent years, young people have long been at the centre of political protests, from student activism during the Vietnam War to the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Today, this continues through Gen Z-led movements determined to challenge governments and defy aging elites. In the age of social media, mass mobilisation has become easier than ever. … Continue readingFrom the Streets to the State: How South Asia’s Youth Are Rewriting Politics

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The Future in the Rear View Mirror: What’s happening in South Asia?

Bangladesh is now facing an uncertain future after months of political unrest led to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed fleeing the country, leaving her government leaderless. While an interim government was quickly established in an attempt to restore unity, Bangladesh is not out of the woods yet. … Continue readingThe Future in the Rear View Mirror: What’s happening in South Asia?