Indigenous Pink Ribbon Tote Bag made by Pangea’s Intern Janet Sanchez

Carry more than just your essentials! Carry meaning, tradition, and strength. This beautifully crafted Indigenous Pink Ribbon Tote Bag features four symbolic ribbons representing the Four Directions, Four Sacred Medicines, and the Four Stages of Life: Birth, Childhood, Adulthood, and Elderhood. Each element honors the deep teachings and interconnectedness of Indigenous culture. Designed for both purpose and practicality, the tote includes: • Two inner pockets to keep your items organized • Two sturdy side handle straps for comfortable, everyday use A thoughtful blend of cultural symbolism and functionality. Perfect for daily errands, gatherings, or as a meaningful gift. Spacious and versatile, it can be used to carry your hand drum, books, laptop, or medicines for ceremony! About the artist: Janet Sanchez is a twenty-three-year-old indigenous artist, a part of the Leech Lake Tribe Band of Ojibwe. Janet first performed with Pangea Theater in 2013, performing Wait - A Teen Pregnancy Story and Most recently performed in We Will Do It For The Water as an Ally and Protestor. Janet first got involved in theater 10 years ago to work on her confidence and speaking. And to share the knowledge and history of Native people. Working with Indigenous Peoples Task Force’s Ikidowin Youth Theater Ensemble. Since then, she has performed on over 20 different stages. Janet loves working with youth in her community. In her free time, she enjoys being with family, going on hikes and creating art.