Phoenix Drag Artist Navi Ho Advocates for Two-Spirit Voices

Gender diversity isn’t a modern phenomenon; it has roots deep within various cultures globally. From the Isangoma of Zulu Africa to the Mahu of Indigenous Hawaii, societies have long embraced diverse gender identities.

In Southeast Asia, the Kathooey, Bissu, and Hijras offer rich historical contexts for understanding gender fluidity. In Mexico, Muxes represent a unique cultural acknowledgment of non-binary identities.

The recognition of these groups highlights the varied expressions of gender beyond a binary perspective. Such cultural insights challenge contemporary norms and expand our understanding of identity in the modern world.