Sustaining Our Future Sheer Fashion Wrap by Kwiaahwah Jones

NATIVE NORTHWEST ART BY INDIGENOUS ARTISTS

Statement of Respect and Authenticity

We believe that Indigenous artists should be treated fairly and with respect. Authenticity of art, design, and culture is the foundation of our mission of building everyday connection to Indigenous cultures.

Native Northwest products are guided by the following five principles:

• 100% of the art featured on every Native Northwest product is designed by Indigenous artists

• All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products

• Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging

• Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging

• Artists are paid in fees and royalties

Kwiaahwah Jones is a Haida artist, curator, and cultural advocate from the Masset and Skidegate communities on Haida Gwaii. Her work is a dynamic exploration of Haida history and its place in the contemporary world. With a background in both traditional art and formal curation, Kwiaahwah’s practice often bridges the gap between historical research and creative expression. She is a dedicated voice for Haida sovereignty and cultural revitalization, using her art to tell the stories of her ancestors while challenging modern perceptions of Indigenous identity through a sophisticated and critical lens.