And what is the space of time to look backward upon, between an early departure and the longest survivance?
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Survivance
//sɚˈvaɪvəns//
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One cannot appreciate and experience the power of Native survivance if the stories and memories of our histories are not placed within the context of struggle.
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Joyfully existing as a queer Indigenous person is an act of survivance and reclamation of ancient ways of knowing who we are and how we love.
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Joy Cedar (she/they) is a Two-Spirited poet, community worker, and visual artist. She incorporates survivance into the heart of her work. They live in Kentucky with their dog.
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