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The Aunties-Women of the Salish Sea-features stories by Coast Salish Aunties(an honorific that signifies a woman or two-spirit elder who holds-a role of regard and respect in their community) told live from stage to be immortalized in an online series of shorts.  This original Indigenous Performance Production features women and non-binary Aunties who have spent their lives dedicated to serving their communities through the creation of hope, opportunity and connection.  The ‘Aunties amplifies their life’s work through a once in a lifetime event featuring traditional storytelling, theater and multimedia arts. 

 

We pay tribute to Aunties and the important role they play in Indigenous communities-of which they have long been recognized as vital caretakers of its connection, tradition and cohesion.  Through shared storytelling,  Aunties provide a space for everyone to gather to collectively reflect on their pasts and shared identity, as they look for ways towards a better future.  The Aunties are the Keepers of their Community.  We celebrate them now, at an especially important time due to the loss of so many elders from Covid-19.  As Native and Indigenous communities bear the burden of those lost including their leadership, guidance and connections, The Aunties honors their contributions and preserves their stories for future generations to come.