TED: The (de)colonizing of beauty | Sasha Sarago

The video discusses the misconceptions of beauty, especially regarding Aboriginal women. It begins with an acknowledgment of the traditional custodians of the land. The speaker shares a personal story about how being told she was 'too pretty to be Aboriginal' impacted her identity. She emphasizes the need to change perceptions of beauty by learning from Aboriginal women and their stories. The video highlights cultural beauty, using Barangaroo as a role model, and stresses the importance of unity and spirit. It concludes by encouraging viewers to embrace their own beauty, or 'gigorou', in their cultural context.

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