b'PHOTOGRAPHYThrough projects like Aunties Joy,These mediums have often perpetu-Campbell challenges traditionalated stereotypes of Indigenous people narratives and highlights the richin general as stoic or silent, which have diversity and joy within Indigenouslittle to do with our true identities.communities. Her work underscores the importance of authentic representa- In reshaping stereotypes and amplifying tion and the power of visual storytellingIndigenous voices, both Kavyaktok and in reshaping perceptions. Campbell contribute to a larger move-Campbell believes in reshaping stereo- ment of Indigenous artists reclaiming types of Indigenous women throughagency over their narratives. They draw visual and written work by creatinginspiration not only from their own spaces for complexity and multifacetedcommunities, but also from a broader presentations. To allow women to benetwork of Indigenous creatives who portrayed as both villains and heroes,share similar goals of cultural reclama-and to explore flaws, showing diversitytion and empowerment.in narratives of Indigenous life andLooking ahead, both Kavyaktok and experience beyond just grief, traumaCampbells work serve as inspiration for or stereotypical roles, she explains.future generations of Indigenous artists. The goal is to present new representa- By challenging outdated stereotypes tions that showcase the full range ofand celebrating the beauty and resili-Indigenous womens experiences. ence of Indigenous life, they pave the Campbell further reflects on theway for more inclusive and authentic comparison to the historical figurerepresentations of Indigenous women.Pocahontas and its impact on Indigenous representation. I thinkTheyre not going to see us as these about the term Indian and how itscared, intimidated women anymore, has been shaped by photography,says Kavyaktok. Theyre going to see early movies and stories written bystrength now, and theyre going to non-Indigenous people, she muses.see beauty. Photo credit: Cora Kavyaktok.OPPs Response to the Calls for JusticeIn response to the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people Calls for Justice, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) established the MMIWG Team within the Indigenous Policing Bureau.With guidance from Survivors, families, and Indigenous community members, the MMIWG Team is dedicated to ensuring culturally responsive change across the organization. Visit OPP.ca/MMIWG for more information or email the MMIWG Team at OPP.IPB.MMIWG@OPP.caOntario Native Womens Association47'