okimaw kihêw mêkwanak
okimaw kihêw mêkwanak (OKM) offers a supportive space for parents, family, and friends of 2SLGBTQ+ youth who want to practice our traditional kinship systems from nêhiyaw and Indigenous worldviews.
OKM was co-founded with Roxanne Tootoosis, Lana Whiskeyjack and James Lamouche in 2015. It is currently co-led by nêhiyaw and Métis parents Lana Whiskeyjack and James Lamouche. Gatherings often include arts-based activities, meals, and Elder-led teachings. OKM was formerly known as Indigenous PFLAG or Indigenous Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.
OKM's current initiatives include building connections to 2SLGBTQ+ youth and families and other youth-serving organizations, and developing urban Two-Spirit youth programs.
Contact:
okmekwanak@gmail.com
