How does settler colonialism shape queer politics? How do Two-Spirit activists challenge settler colonialism in queer politics and across Canada? In a provocative new book, author Scott L. Morgensen addresses these questions in a history of relationships that have linked non-native queer / trans people and Native Two-Spirit people. At once a critique of settler colonialism in queer / trans communities and an honouring of historical activism by Two-Spirit people and allies, Spaces between Us calls for a renewed conversation in gender and sexual politics about settler colonialism and anticolonial resistance.
Co-hosted by the Native Youth Sexual Health Network with proceeds supporting the organization. Event includes speakers from NYSHN and 2 Spirits and a reading by the author.
Date: Saturday, December 10th., 2011
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM