Have you ever wondered what the 2S means in the acronym for 2SLGBTQ+? 2S stands for Two-Spirit, an English word created to define a unique spiritual way of being that has existed in Indigenous communities for millennia. Today's guest on the Peyakoskan Podcast, we welcome Jaylenn Tourangeau. Jaylenn is a Two-Spirit Traditional Knowledge Seeker and caregiver of the Two-Spirit Medicine Bundle. They are an advocate for Self –Determination through the Dene Teachings they have been gifted and share their knowledge through their work as an Academia Researcher and Advisor, as well as an International Visual Artist.
Join Kiera Hommy as she asks Jaylenn:
- What does it mean to be Two-Spirit?
- How do you feel when Non-Indigenous People claim a Two-Spirit identity?
- How can the Indigenous communities support Two-Spirit people?
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Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests are their own and do not reflect the official stance of GPFC's Peyakoskan Podcast. We aim to provide a platform for diverse perspectives.
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