Episode 2: Cultural Crossroads

Navigating contradictory cultural identities in education

Prologue: The Intersection of Identities By Mona Shi

While cultural diversity and exchange are celebrated ideals, especially in the Global North, the reality is more complex for those living between multiple cultural identities. Through three upcoming stories, this episode explores how education shapes cultural identity - from classroom memories that create lasting identity conflicts, to the challenge of maintaining cultural authenticity, to the impact of lacking representation in educational spaces. The prologue frames education as both a potential source of cultural tension and a tool for transforming these challenges into strengths.

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