14. Balancing activism and joy through an Indigenous lens with Morgan Tsetta

14. Balancing activism and joy through an Indigenous lens with Morgan Tsetta

Welcome to Episode 14 of See the Change Podcast. This is Part 2 of our conversation with filmmaker and activist Morgan Tsetta. In this episode, Morgan talks about going viral on TikTok with her Giant Mine videos, tells us about the women who inspire her, and reflects on the balance of Indigenous causes and Indigenous joy in film. Morgan Tsetta is a Yellowknives Dene First Nation filmmaker and photographer, currently living on unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Watuth Nations, colonially referred to as Vancouver, Canada. With a passion for film, photography, and her Native culture, Morgan is committed to emphasizing the voices of Dene people, and the power of self-representation for Indigenous sovereignty. Connect with Morgan TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@porterfieldlol] Instagram [https://instagram.com/morgantsettafilms] Twitter [https://twitter.com/porterfieldlol] Website [https://www.morgantsettafilms.com/] Toronto Star article [https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2021/04/06/meet-the-woman-who-is-exposing-the-history-of-canadas-giant-mine-monster-on-tiktok.html] Giant Mine Resources Press Release: YKDFN Giant Mine Compensation [https://giantminemonster.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Press-Release-re-YKDFN-Giant-Mine-Compensation-2020-12-02-min.pdf] Backgrounder: Giant Mine Monster [https://giantminemonster.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Backgrounder-Giant-Mine-Monster-Press-Release-2020-12-02-min.pdf] Report: Summary of Research on the Establishment, Administration and Oversight of the Giant Mine and its Impacts on the Yellowknives Dene First Nation [https://giantminemonster.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Giant-mine-report-20201124-min.pdf] There is a Monster Under the Ground [https://niche-canada.org/2019/10/16/there-is-a-monster-under-the-ground/] Giant Mine Monster Media: Interviews with local Dene elders [https://giantminemonster.ca/media/] Guardians of Eternity: confronting Giant Mine’s toxic legacy [http://www.guardiansofeternity.ca/] Filmmaker: Alethea Arnaquq-Baril [https://www.nfb.ca/directors/alethea-arnaquq-baril/] Artist: Chief Lady Bird [https://www.instagram.com/chiefladybird/] SeeChange Initiative Facebook [https://facebook.com/SeeChangeInitiative] Twitter [https://twitter.com/seechangeinit] Instagram [https://instagram.com/seechangeinit] Website [https://seechangeinitiative.org/] CommunityFirst Micro-site [https://www.communityfirstcovid19.org/step-4-continuation-of-key-mitigation-activities]

13. From Hollywood aspirations to Indigenous storytelling & advocacy with Morgan Tsetta

Welcome to Episode 13 of See the Change Podcast. This is Part 1 of our conversation with filmmaker and activist Morgan Tsetta. In this episode, we talk about her start in film and her turning point from Hollywood aspirations to Indigenous storytelling. We also discuss her advocacy for Yellowknife Dene in holding the federal government accountable for reconciliation for the historic Giant Mine. Morgan Tsetta is a Yellowknives Dene First Nation filmmaker and photographer, currently living on unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Watuth Nations, colonially referred to as Vancouver, Canada. With a passion for film, photography, and her Native culture, Morgan is committed to emphasizing the voices of Dene people, and the power of self-representation for Indigenous sovereignty. Connect with Morgan TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@porterfieldlol] Instagram [https://instagram.com/morgantsettafilms] Twitter [https://twitter.com/porterfieldlol] Website [https://www.morgantsettafilms.com/] Giant Mine Resources Press Release: YKDFN Giant Mine Compensation [https://giantminemonster.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Press-Release-re-YKDFN-Giant-Mine-Compensation-2020-12-02-min.pdf] Backgrounder: Giant Mine Monster [https://giantminemonster.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Backgrounder-Giant-Mine-Monster-Press-Release-2020-12-02-min.pdf] Report: Summary of Research on the Establishment, Administration and Oversight of the Giant Mine and its Impacts on the Yellowknives Dene First Nation [https://giantminemonster.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Giant-mine-report-20201124-min.pdf] There is a Monster Under the Ground [https://niche-canada.org/2019/10/16/there-is-a-monster-under-the-ground/] Giant Mine Monster Media: Interviews with local Dene elders [https://giantminemonster.ca/media/] Guardians of Eternity: confronting Giant Mine’s toxic legacy [http://www.guardiansofeternity.ca/] SeeChange Initiative Facebook [https://facebook.com/SeeChangeInitiative] Twitter [https://twitter.com/seechangeinit] Instagram [https://instagram.com/seechangeinit] Website [https://seechangeinitiative.org/] CommunityFirst Micro-site [https://www.communityfirstcovid19.org/step-4-continuation-of-key-mitigation-activities]

12. Facing federal failures in Nunavut and reflecting on 2020 with MP Mumilaaq Qaqqaq

Welcome to Episode 12 of See the Change Podcast. This is Part 2 of our conversation with MP Mumilaaq Qaqqaq [https://mumilaaqqaqqaq.ndp.ca/]. In this episode we discuss facing federal failures in providing adequate housing, affordable food, and accessible healthcare in Nunavut, as well as the potential for solutions within communities. We also talk about lessons learned in 2020 and what's to come. Mumilaaq Qaqqaq (ᒧᒥᓛᖅ ᖃᖅᑲᖅ), is an Inuk woman, Member of Parliament, and human rights defender. Elected in 2019, she is one of few people to have given a speech in the House of Commons before being elected. Originally from Baker Lake, she now lives in Iqaluit, the capital of Nunavut. Mumilaaq has worked with Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., The Quality of Life Secretariat in the Government of Nunavut, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, Qulliq Energy Corporation among other organizations. Mumilaaq is fighting for adequate housing, clean water and food security in the North. Follow See the Change Podcast [https://instagram.com/seethechangepodcast] on Instagram Connect with Mumilaaq online Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Mumilaaq/] Twitter [https://twitter.com/MumilaaqQaqqaq] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mumilaaq/] Connect with SeeChange Initiative online Facebook [https://facebook.com/seechangeinitiative] Twitter [https://twitter.com/seechangeinit] Instagram [https://instagram.com/seechangeinit] Other Resources Inuit communities can beat COVID-19 and tuberculosis [https://seechangeinitiative.org/news/inuit-communities-can-beat-covid-19-and-tuberculosis/] (SeeChange Initiative) Tuberculosis treatment in south takes Inuit from their families [https://www.cbc.ca/archives/entry/tuberculosis-tb-treatment-in-south-takes-inuit-from-their-families] (CBC Archives)

11. Speaking up in uncomfortable spaces and advocating for Inuit rights with MP Mumilaaq Qaqqaq

Welcome to Episode 11 of See the Change Podcast. This is Part 1 of our conversation with MP Mumilaaq Qaqqaq [https://mumilaaqqaqqaq.ndp.ca/]. In this episode we talk about what it's like to represent a marginalized community in Parliament, her advocacy for access to housing and healthcare for Inuit, and why she believes youth will play a central role in racial justice in Canada. We also hear about her personal connection the the federal TB response in the 1950-1960's. Mumilaaq Qaqqaq (ᒧᒥᓛᖅ ᖃᖅᑲᖅ), is an Inuk woman, Member of Parliament, and human rights defender. Elected in 2019, she is one of few people to have given a speech in the House of Commons before being elected. Originally from Baker Lake, she now lives in Iqaluit, the capital of Nunavut. Mumilaaq has worked with Nunavut Tunngavik Inc., The Quality of Life Secretariat in the Government of Nunavut, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, Qulliq Energy Corporation among other organizations. Mumilaaq is fighting for adequate housing, clean water and food security in the North. Follow See the Change Podcast [https://instagram.com/seethechangepodcast] on Instagram Connect with Mumilaaq online Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Mumilaaq/] Twitter [https://twitter.com/MumilaaqQaqqaq] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mumilaaq/] Connect with SeeChange Initiative online Facebook [https://facebook.com/seechangeinitiative] Twitter [https://twitter.com/seechangeinit] Instagram [https://instagram.com/seechangeinit] Other Resources Inuit communities can beat COVID-19 and tuberculosis [https://seechangeinitiative.org/news/inuit-communities-can-beat-covid-19-and-tuberculosis/] (SeeChange Initiative) Tuberculosis treatment in south takes Inuit from their families [https://www.cbc.ca/archives/entry/tuberculosis-tb-treatment-in-south-takes-inuit-from-their-families] (CBC Archives)

10. Breaking down structural barriers to education through mentorship and solidarity with Mayumi Sato

Welcome to Episode 10 of See the Change Podcast. This is Part 2 of our conversation with Mayumi Sato. Mayumi is a Social Policy Researcher and recent Masters graduate from the University of Cambridge. She has been involved in research and policy revisions around anti-racism, gender equity, ageism, environmental justice and refugee and forced migration. She is also the founder of The Solidarity Library, a resource and knowledge hub for underserved communities and students. In this episode we continue our conversation with Social Policy Researcher Mayumi Sato and deep dive into her observations on elitism in academia, her personal turning point for taking up space, and what inspired her to start her non-profit The Solidarity Library. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe, share with a friend, and follow our new Instagram @seethechangepodcast [https://instagram.com/seethechangepodcast] Connect with Mayumi online LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayumis/] Twitter [https://twitter.com/mayumis_21] Instagram [https://instagram.com/mayumisuzuki51] The Solidarity Library [http://www.thesolidaritylibrary.org/] Connect with SeeChange Initiative Website [https://seechangeinitiative.org] Facebook [https://facebook.com/seechangeinitiative] Twitter [https://twitter.com/seechangeinit] Instagram [https://instagram.com/seechangeinit] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/seechangeinitiative] Credits Written, edited, produced by Tanya Ayala Music by Charles the Emperor