2Spirit and Queer-Trans Indigenous People, Histories and Experiences with Teddy Syrette
2Spirit and Queer-Trans Indigenous People, Histories and Experiences with Teddy Syrette
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Lakehead University - UC1017
This presentation will engage with participants to explore what they know and what they think they know about 2Spirit and Queer-Trans Indigenous experiences and histories.
Participants will also review some of the LGBTQ+ Pride history of Canada. Participants are encouraged to come with an open heart, mind and spirit.
Topic Warning: colonization, racism, homophobia/transphobia, gender based violence, residential schools
O-zha-wa A-nung Kwe/Yellow Star Woman (Teddy Syrette) is from Rankin Reserve of Batchewana First Nation of the Anishnabek, and currently lives in Sault Ste. Marie, ON. They have a diploma in Social Service Work - Indigenous Specialization from Sault College.
Ozhawa is a public speaker, event organiser, community developer, artist and drag queen. In 2021, they were honoured with the title of 2Spirit International Warrior. In 2023, Teddy’s business 2Spirit Anishnabe Storytelling & Advocacy was awarded the Indigenous Professional of the Year Award by the Sault Ste Marie Chamber of Commerce .
Teddy is a founding member of the 2Spirit Organising Committee of Bawating and an Indigenous led drag troupe Bawating Babes under the stage name, Bette U. Wanna of Batchewana.
EVERYONE WELCOME
Light refreshments