Mohawk Two-Spirit Singer Shawnee Talks About her Latest Summer Hit, and more
With her music, First Nations two-spirit pop singer Shawnee (Mohawk from Six Nations of the Grand River) advocates for LGBTQ2S+ issues as well as the youth. Known throughout Canada as a rebellious, passionate, powerhouse female and award-winning vocalist, Shawnee surely created a buzz when she dropped a brand new track from her upcoming album. Shawnee’s […]
A Conversation with Non-Binary Indigenous Femme & Influencer Charlie Amáyá Scott
Although the U.S. is slowly moving towards equality for all, there’s still much work to do, mainly for higher education. In the realm of higher education, there are many challenges that black, brown, and LGBTQ2S+ students still face today. And no one understands these challenges better than Charlie Amáyá Scott, who’s on a mission to […]
5 Books Written by Two-Spirit/Indigiqueer Authors
Herre’s your reminder to take the time (tomorrow and every day after) to learn from and listen to two-spirit and queer Indigenous voices. Here are 5 books, poems, and stories selected by Lea of Gwaandak Theatre you can read today by two-spirit and queer Indigenous authors. 1. Disintegrate/Dissociate by Arielle Twist In her powerful debut […]
Fierce & Femme: Autumn White Eyes
Anishinaabe and Oglala Lakota jewelry maker Autumn White Eyes, a spoken word artist and multimedia storyteller, launched her online shop to create jewelry for people to feel empowered by their activism while expressing their style with bold and beautiful earrings and accessories. Please introduce yourself. My name is Autumn White Eyes and I’m from the […]
SWAIA’s Fashion Show is Now Virtual
The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts is pleased to announce this year’s Virtual Fashion Show premiering at SWAIA.org—August 10 through August 16, 2020. SWAIA’s annual Fashion Show is produced by Amber-Dawn Bear Robe (Siksika Nation) showcasing the best of North American Indigenous fashion. “Indigenous fashion is continually changing, reflecting current culture and environment. This year’s […]
In Case You Missed It: PJ Vegas Dropped New Track “Pesos”
PJ Vegas (Yaqui/Mexican) is a musician who is continuing to prove he’s one the world needs to watch. Award-winning indie artist Vegas released a brand new track “Pesos” back on July 4th. There has never been a greater time to celebrate diversity and amplify minority voices in America, which is why Vegas has chosen this […]
Chickasaw Doctor Offers Tips on Dealing with COVID-19 Related Stress
Dr. Paul Emrich, Chickasaw Nation Under Secretary of Mental Health Service, says the Chickasaw people have experienced trying times before and will remain strong despite the current COVID-19 pandemic. “The Chickasaw people have been through many difficult times in the past and I think they’re going to continue to be unconquered and unconquerable,” he said. […]
Opening of Heard Museum’s Larger than Memory Exhibit Postponed
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Heard Museum is actively rescheduling upcoming exhibits that were slated to open this spring, including Larger Than Memory: Contemporary Art from Indigenous North America, which was originally scheduled to open on May 1. Due to the rapidly changing Coronavirus situation, the Heard Museum is unable to give a specific […]
Eighth Generation donates much-needed medical supplies to the Seattle Indian Health Board during COVID-19 response
Eighth Generation, a small business based at Seattle’s Pike Place Market, donated 4,000 N95 respirator masks, 6,000 surgical masks, and 300 face shields to Seattle Indian Health Board amid a world-wide shortage. The Native-owned company was able to expedite the process to acquire supplies by leveraging its relationships with overseas manufacturers to quickly locate and […]
Experience New Mexico’s Museums, Historic Sites, & More from Home
The NM Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) continues to keep New Mexicans connected with state museums, historic sites, and cultural institutions while they are temporarily closed due to public health concerns related to COVID-19. It is the mission of DCA to continue celebrating the cultural integrity and diversity of our state. Last week DCA provided constituents with online […]
