Description:

The ‘Accountability’ project is about 2S (two spirit) people taking back positions of power.

Historically, members of the 2S community have experienced a lot of violence and trauma, the effects of which are still present today; a lot of people still struggle to retain teachings and use their voices. This presents a danger to Indigenous peoples as a lot of the roles that revolved around creating balance, keeping peace and protection in the community were held by 2S people.

‘Accountability’ (the song) calls out the predators in the music video cast members’ community and serves as a way for 2S people to step into their positions of power to tear down the systems of oppression that serve as threats to the communities they protect. The song also expresses the importance of self-reflection, re-evaluating our values and taking accountability.

Text: Candy Blair