Two Spirit+ Learning Series - Session One - Foundations & History of Two Spirit+ People

Foundations & History of Two Spirit+ People

Hosted by the Ontario First Nations 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ Council and the Chiefs of Ontario Women's Initiatives Sector, we invite allies and 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ relatives to join us for a foundational session to launch the Two Spirit+ Learning Series.

Join us as we cover topics like the differences between gender and sexuality; gender identity, sexual orientation, and spiritual identity; the history of Two Spirit+ people in our Nations, including the traditional roles and responsibilities held in community and society; the impacts of colonization on ways of life and being, and the effects of patriarchy, racism, heteronormativity, and cisnormativity. This is a space that welcomes questions from a place of curiosity and kindness — you can submit questions to be addressed in the session to Sarah.Whelan@coo.org.

Date: Friday, April 24, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30pm ET

Location: Virtual via Zoom

Who should attend: Anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge and understanding of First Nations 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ identities and history — including allies, 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ relatives, parents and families of 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ youth, Knowledge Keepers, and Leadership are welcome.

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