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Jess Housty

Jess Housty (‘Cúagilákv) is an Indigenous parent, herbalist, and award-winning poet. Their work in the non-profit sector supports Indigenous cultural resurgence, land protection, food sovereignty, and climate organizing in their Heiltsuk territory and beyond. They live in Bella Bella, B.C. surrounded by extended family and nonhuman kin.

Featured in Bridging Worlds: Journeys of Belonging and Reconciliation

 

Crushed Wild Mint

Crushed Wild Mint

By Jess Housty

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