During the workshop participants took turns sharing their stories and getting tips from instructor Crisosto Apache on Saturday, April 4. The IOEA Learning Series: Creative Writing Workshop welcomed the community to explore storytelling as a tool for self-expression and cultural connection.

Executive Director of the Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance, Trennie Burch writes a story during the IOEA Creative Writing Workshop on Saturday, April 4 at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum. Community members gathered to learn from Colorado Poet Laureate, Crisosto Apache – exploring storytelling.

Workshop participants and IOEA staff gather alongside Colorado Poet Laureate and guest teacher Crisosto Apache during the IOEA Learning Series: Creative Writing Workshop on Saturday, April 4. The Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance supports, empowers, educates, and advocates for the Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ community, their families and allies in the Southwest – including the Southern Ute and Ute Mountain Ute Reservations.

The Ignacio Out & Equal Alliance gave out free merch during the IOEA Learning Series: Creative Writing Workshop on Saturday, April 4.

Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | The Southern Ute Drum