Tracing the workshop process that grew into üç ruh / three spirits, seventeen Indigenous and other BIPOC women and 2-Spirit survivors came together over four sessions to share stories, transform grief into movement, and create their own spirits through writing, drawing, and dance. Guided by the archetypes of the Life-Giver, Weaver, and Warrior, these gatherings became spaces of connection and resilience, honouring those who are missing within the ongoing crisis of MMIWG2ST (Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, 2-Spirit, and Trans people).

Filming ∙ Talya Florian
Editing ∙ Hilal Şimşek

Collaborators • Butterflies in Spirit, Amiel Cofeli, Aunty Carrie Phillip, Bridgitte Lopez, Chancey, Judith Camacho Campoy, Linden, Lorelei Williams, Marlene, Melissa Vera, Paloma, Rosa Dan, Saiyaka, Sarah Devries, Skally Heinz, Taninli Wright, Virginia Romina Chavez

Music and sound design • Toni-Leah C. Yake
Braids • Crystal Azak
Curator • Natalia Lebedinskaia
Logistics • Britany Lawrence
Project advisor • Laura Barron
Artist Assistant and Project Photographer • Talya Florian

Created during at Vancouver Biennale Artist Residency Program.