A special week dedicated to raising 2Spirit awareness is taking place later this month.
Events in various locations will recognize and celebrate 2Spirit/Indigi-Queer people, organizers say.
The week is also an opportunity for supportive members of the community to learn more about 2S LGBTQ+ community members and initiatives.
Find more details in the full news release:
The 2Spirit Organizing Committee of Bawating (2SOC) invites you to the third annual 2Spirit Awareness Week from March 21 to 27, in various locations around Sault Ste. Marie and Bawating.
This movement began four years ago in British Columbia and has since been recognized annually during the spring equinox (March).
This year the committee has come up with a week's worth of great events that recognize and celebrate 2Spirit/Indigi-Queer people locally and across Turtle Island.
Events will be geared for both 2S LGBTQ-Indigenous community members, allies, and helpers.
There will be different opportunities for folks to network and socialize during the week.
Allies are able to become more aware and support 2S LGBTQ+ community members and initiatives during this time as well.
Our schedule includes the following:
Friday, March 21
3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
2Spirit Flag Raising & Opening Ceremonies at Sault Ste. Marie Civic Centre
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
2Spirit Social at Cafe 4 Good
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
D.R.A.G. Project - MC-ing 101 with Madame Ode’Miin Surprise at Cafe 4 Good
Saturday, March 22
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Indigenous Artisan Market - Ziigwan/Spring at The SpeakEasy - Algoma University
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
2Spirit Drag Storytime & Brunch at The SpeakEasy - Algoma University
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Prize Drag Bingo with Bawating Babes (19+ Event) at The SpeakEasy - Algoma University
Sunday, March 23
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Family Bowling and Pizza Party at North Crest Lanes
Tuesday, March 25
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Family Art Hang Out at LilyCreek Photography and Art Studios
Wednesday, March 26
9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
2Spirit Presentation & MMIWG2S+ Section 18 Workshop at the Holiday Inn Express
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
2Spirit Film Night at The Grand Theatre
Thursday, March 27
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
2Spirit Elder Lunch N’ Learn at the Holiday Inn Express
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
2Spirit Community Sharing Circle at the Holiday Inn Express
We would like to say chi miigwetch to all our supporters. We encourage any group, organization, and/or business to send an email to 2socbawating@gmail.com if you would like to contribute to our 2Spirit Awareness Week festivities.
Please email us if you’d like to volunteer your time at any of our events. Individual events will be posted on SooToday, Facebook and Instagram. Chi Miigwetch! Thank-You! 2Spirit Organizing Committee of Bawating.