Drag, Gender, and Identity: Exploring personal narratives on stage

Athanasius "Tanas" Sylliboy, warmly self-proclaimed as “Your favorite auntie's favorite auntie,” Anita LandBack, originates from the Eskasoni First Nation in Mi'kma'ki. As a devoted Two Spirit Lnu (Mi'kmaw) Nurse Practitioner and talented Drag Artist, Tanas/Anita is driven by a passion for fostering acceptance, visibility, and representation for marginalized communities. They masterfully balance their careers in nursing and drag to break down barriers and amplify the voices of Indigenous, Black, Asian, 2SLGBTQ+, and other underrepresented groups. Their inspiring presence infuses a gentle touch of fun and warmth into every space they inhabit. Join us as we listen to Tanas tell their story of identity, discovery, and belonging. In this interview we hear what two-spirit mean so Tanas and how they were able to connect with the culture, the history, and the stories of two-spirit people. This is a great resource for people who want to learn more about what two-spirit means and the importance of including genders from other cultures or pre-colonial genders in your 2SLGBTQ+ conversations. This resource can help others as they learn about identity and explore their own identity; as well as better understand drag as a form of storytelling and expression.

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