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If your child came out tomorrow, where would you go for support in Akwesasne? There’s a tribal meeting tomorrow, and I want to raise something that can no longer be ignored. Our 2SLGBTQ+ community needs support. I identify as Two-Spirit, Queer and Lesbian (she/they). Pronouns matter. Like many people, I’ve explored different identities on my journey of self-discovery. That experience is why I want to help create safe, supportive spaces for our youth. I keep he

So the real question becomes this: if the community is already leading with visibility and care, what is stopping leadership from standing beside it out loud and without hesitation? Across Haudenosaunee and Mohawk communities, support for Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ people is already showing up in real ways, even when it is not always formal or widely publicized by leadership. At places like Six Nations of the Grand River, powwows and cultural gatherings create space where T

I've Lived a Lot of Lives... "I've lived a lot of lives. Artist. Drag king. Entrepreneur. Community builder. This is a little bit of how I got here." -Kit Thomas, Akwesasne Mohawk Akwesasne, NY '25 Hi, I'm Kit. I've been making art for as long as I can remember. I grew up in on the Rez, Upstate NY, Canada, and New Jersey, but some of my earliest art memories happened in New York City. Every trip felt like an adventure. I was fascinated by graffiti, murals, stickers, an

Ever met someone who can turn coffee-fueled chaos, community stories, and Indigenous entrepreneurship into actual connection? Yeah… me too it’s me! Indigenous business has never just been about selling products. It’s about people, relationships, survival, identity, and community. Storytelling matters because our businesses carry where we come from, who taught us, and why we create in the first place. A lot of mainstream business focuses only on profit, branding, and algo

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"I needed this when I was a kid" -Kit Thomas, artist & creator of GMC Zine A free printable mini zine inspired by the Haudenosaunee teaching of the Good Mind, Ka'nikonhrí:yo. Created during Pride Month + Indigenous History Month, this fold-up zine mixes queer joy, self-care, community care, skate culture, Indigenous teachings, and reminders to slow down and check in with yourself during busy summer events and Pride season. Print it. Fold it. Share it with friends. Leave it in

# Shé:kon, skennenkó: ken Rawkstars? Celebrating Voices in ROCQY Zine I’m honored to share that my piece “Her” has been featured in ROCQY Zine , a creative publication uplifting rural 2SLGBTQ+ voices across Ontario. This zine provides a platform for those whose stories are often overlooked, including youth, artists, and community members who speak from truth, tenderness, and strength. The Importance of ROCQY Zine ROCQY (Rural Ontario Community of Queer Youth) is a collective

The Rise of Drag Culture Drag culture is flourishing in rural Northern New York. It is a vibrant expression of creativity and identity. Performers like Kit Thomas are at the forefront of this movement. They are breaking down barriers and challenging societal norms. “He’s mysterious. He’s electric,” said Thomas. “But once I get into Hunter Down, I feel like such a star.” This sentiment captures the essence of drag. It is about transformation and self-expression. The Impact of

Unpacking My Roots I sat down with CanvasRebel to talk about my art, my roots, and what keeps me creating. This conversation was an exciting opportunity to reflect on my journey as an artist. If you’ve ever wondered how a Rez kid turned all that into a whole journey, this interview will shed light on that process. Art is often a reflection of one's identity. Growing up on the Rez, my experiences have influenced my creative voice. The landscape, culture, and stories of my comm