By Cheyenne Schmidt-Harlick

Cheyenne Schmidt-Harlick (she/her) is a fourth-year BA student double majoring in Psychology and Indigenous Studies at York University. An Afro-Indigenous (Mohawk and Mi’kmaq) writer and community advocate, she is passionate about mental health, education and Indigenous resurgence. Cheyenne blends academic research with creative storytelling, drawing on her work in student leadership and community-based initiatives to inspire and empower others.