Tasha Spillett

Keynote Speaker | Winnipeg, Manitoba

Afro Indigenous Storyteller & Advocate
Community and Cultural Empowerment Leader

Tasha Spillett Expertise Women's Leadership, Indigenous, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Employee Management, Influence & Negotiation and Personal Leadership.

Tasha Spillett

About Tasha Spillett

Tasha Spillett, PhD, stands as a celebrated author, educator, and advocate, dedicated to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, particularly Indigenous women and women of color. Through her literary works and scholarly endeavors, Tasha Spillett champions Indigenous empowerment and justice, integrating cultural wisdom into her teaching to foster equitable learning environments. H er advocacy extends beyond academia, evident in her community-led initiatives for the liberation of marginalized groups.

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TASHA SPILLETT BIOGRAPHY

Tasha Spillett, PhD (she/her/hers), emerges as a luminary at the intersection of Indigenous advocacy, education, literature, and scholarship. Drawing strength from her dual heritage as an Afro-Indigenous woman with both Cree and Trinidadian ancestry, her journey is marked by a profound commitment to amplifying marginalized voices and nurturing spaces of belonging and empowerment.

As a New York Times bestselling author, her literary works stand as testaments to her dedication to storytelling as a tool for liberation. Her multi-award-winning graphic novel series, “Surviving the City,” published by HighWater Press, delves into the complexities of Indigenous experiences, shedding light on issues often overlooked. Likewise, her picture books, “I Sang You Down from the Stars,” a New York Times bestseller published by Little Brown Books and Owl Kids, and her latest creation, “Beautiful You, Beautiful Me,” published by Owl Kids, celebrate the beauty and diversity inherent in humanity.

Beyond her literary achievements, her impact extends into the realm of education. As an educator, she infuses her teaching pedagogy with her profound cultural knowledge, creating spaces that honor Indigenous ways of knowing and being. Recognizing her unique position as an Afro-Indigenous woman, Tasha is deeply committed to fostering equitable relationships among all communities. She actively works to create culturally responsive learning environments that prioritize the well-being and success of Indigenous students, students of color, and their families.

Her scholarly pursuits are deeply intertwined with her relational responsibilities. Through her research, Tasha Spillett contributes to a body of knowledge that echoes the demands for justice for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people. Her work serves as both a resistance against the ongoing impacts of colonialism and a celebration of the resilience and brilliance inherited from her ancestors.

Central to her ethos is her dedication to community-led initiatives that centered on the liberation of Indigenous women and women of color. Tasha Spillett envisions a world where joy and well-being are affirmed for all, especially children, and actively collaborates with communities engaged in creating such a future. Her advocacy extends beyond the academic and literary realms, as Tasha Spillett works alongside grassroots movements to effect tangible change.

As her career continues to evolve, Tasha Spillett remains steadfast in her commitment to uplifting marginalized voices and fostering spaces of empowerment and liberation. Her journey is characterized by a deep reverence for culture, a relentless pursuit of justice, and an unwavering belief in the transformative power of storytelling and education. In Tasha Spillett, we find not only a trailblazer in Indigenous scholarship and literature but also a guiding force for a more inclusive and equitable world.

 

Tasha Spillett Topic Presentations

Tasha Spillett Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

Title: First Voice Storytelling: Restoring Strength and Dignity

Title: Land Based Education: Cultivating Relationships and Knowledge

Title: Intersectional Identities: Fostering Solidarity and Allyship

Subtitle: the Strength of Cultural Connection in Motherhood

Tasha Spillett Books & Articles

Surviving the City
Surviving the

This multi-award-winning graphic novel series delves into the complexities of Indigenous experiences, focusing on the lives of two...

From the Roots up
From the Roots up

Dez and Miikwan's stories continue in this sequel to Surviving the City. Dez's grandmother has passed away. Grieving, and with nowhere else...

I Sang You down from the Stars
I Sang You down from the

: A heartfelt story that celebrates the bond between a mother and her soon-to-be-born child, rooted in Indigenous cultural traditions and...

Beautiful You, Beautiful Me
Beautiful You, Beautiful

This picture book celebrates the beauty and diversity inherent in humanity, encouraging children to embrace their unique identities and...

Hair and the Ties That Bind: Stories of Identity, Culture, and Connection
Hair and the Ties That Bind: Stories of Identity,

A deep dive into the cultural significance of hair, revealing powerful stories of heritage, self-expression, and belonging.

Tasha Spillett Speaking Testimonials

"Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board had the honour of welcoming Dr. Tasha Spillett into a series of professional development learning opportunities this past school year. These learning engagements led by Dr. Spillett set the stage for educators to begin exploring newly revised Ontario Ministry of Education Social Studies curriculum expectations through a lens of anti-oppression. Dr. Spillet led educators into the learning by centring the day in an understanding of intersectionality and the ways in which the work of decolonizing educational spaces requires cultivating critical thinking skills among students with a goal of collective liberation. This professional development..."

Jodie Williams

Academic Coordinator Indigenous Education
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

"When the City of Winnipeg embarked on its mandatory anti-racism training video series for its 10,000+ employees, we needed a curriculum designer and host to explain anti-racism concepts in a way that everyone can understand that also had a high degree of credibility in the community. Dr. Tasha Spillett delivered on both fronts in a way that engaged and won over reluctant participants. All City of Winnipeg staff have participated in the training and it is a mandatory part of on-boarding for new employees. We continue to receive positive feedback to this day. I have engaged Dr Spillett on numerous other occasions and she always leaves audiences wanting more. If you are looking for a speaker..."

Cecil Sveinson

Manager, Indigenous Relations
City of Winnipeg

"I have had the pleasure of hearing Dr. Tasha Spillett speak on several occasions and each time I have left inspired. Dr. Spillett’s explanations of gender-based oppressions faced by Indigenous women and girls and Two-Spirit people are thoughtful and nuanced, and she delivers important information in a way that is accessible to a wide audience. I found her land-based education presentation especially powerful and provided fantastic inroads into pedagogical practices I have been able to bring to my own classrooms. Despite having seen Dr. Spillett present several times, I will always jump at the chance to hear from her again."

Dr. Lucy Degaldo

University of Manitoba

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