There exists a special connection between a people and the symbols of their culture. Each element has value, whether it may be immense or not. Due to the importance of culture to ethnic groups, its misuse may be viewed as disrespectful to the members of the group. 

In this episode of Chai Sabz, we discuss cultural appropriation and its many facets. We attempt to define cultural appropriation as well as its distinction from appreciation. This is followed by a discussion on the reasons behind appropriation as well as several examples of the appropriation of Afghan culture by popular fashion brands. 

How should Afghans respond to such uses of our culture by large companies for profit? Is cultural appropriation ultimately a form of social progress?