Dr. Jules Koostachin reminds us that stories about our bodies are alive and carry agency, especially during times of change. These transitions are individual experiences, and call us to be present in our bodies. Jules allows us to dig deeper into the question, “When signs of menopause begin, how do we find support from our communities?”

Dr. Jules Arita Koostachin is Cree and a band member of Attawapiskat First Nation. She was raised by her Cree grandparents in Moosonee, as well as her mother, a residential school warrior.  Jules completed her PhD at the University of British Columbia, and she is a graduate of Concordia University’s Theatre program and Ryerson University’s Documentary Master’s program. Jules was awarded an Award of Distinction and an Academic Gold Medal for her thesis documentary.  She is the mother of four incredible sons, a published writer, performance artist, an academic, and an award-winning filmmaker.  Jules is represented by the Characters Talent and Lucas Talent.

Resources:

Website: www.juleskoostachin.com
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user124586
Select short documentaries

• ​​Menopause: a sisterhood of Indigenous women gather to rant, laugh and share stories | KaYaMenTa
• PLACEnta

Explore more of Dr. Koostachin’s films: https://vtape.org/artist?ai=1184
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4059984/
Dr. Koostachin’s book: Unearthing Secrets, Gathering Truths

Social Media:

@juleskoostachin - Instagram
@jakoostachin - Twitter

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