Grants and Contributions:
Title:
2 Spirit lii koont (Winter Count) Project
Agreement Number:
SO240221
Agreement Value:
$296,676.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 11, 2024 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
In this 28-month project, the Edmonton 2 Spirit Society will address the unique needs and barriers faced by Indigenous 2SLGBTQI+ people in rural and urban Albertan communities. This initiative will empower participants to reconnect with their culture, history, ceremonies, and identities by employing traditional methods to document, share, and preserve personal narratives within a safe, inclusive setting. Through Indigenous Two Spirit teachings, mentorship from Elders, and the creation of individual Two Spirit lil koont (Winter Counts), participants will gain insights into the historical roles, responsibilities, and respected contributions of Indigenous 2SLGBTQI+ and Indigiqueer people. The project will culminate in a community Two Spirit lil koont, which will be shared with both Indigenous and non-Indigenous audiences to foster education, reduce stigma and discrimination, and facilitate knowledge sharing around the often-overlooked history of Indigenous 2SLGBTQI+ communities. This concluding event aims to strengthen understanding and respect across communities, creating a bridge of awareness for a more inclusive society.
Organization:
Women and Gender Equality Canada
Expected Results:
Partnerships and collaborations are established and/or strengthened to support the LGBTQ2 movement LGBTQ2 organizations have increased knowledge and capacity to advance equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.
Location:
St. Paul, Alberta, CA T0A 3A0
Reference Number:
190-2024-2025-Q3-00096
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
E2S - Edmonton 2 Spirit Society
Program:
Equality for Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of ESSOGIE program is to advance social, political and economic equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Advancement towards a greater understanding of the intersection of sex and gender with other identity factors that include race, national and ethnic origin, Indigenous origin or identity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic condition, place of residence and disability are encouraged under the Program.