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Scofield once feared that his gay identity might destroy his Native community connections. He initially tried to compartmentalize these identities, but came to understand that embracing both together helps with his community work, especially supporting gay Native youth. He mentions that his
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Scofield sees himself as a "community worker" and his various identities are reflected through his writing. He initially felt shame of his MĂ©tis ancestry because the
Canadian school system denigrated MĂ©tis history and heritage, and mocked its heroes such as
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generation "didn't have the opportunities to learn about courting and respect", and hopes that his poetry and writing can help the younger generations come to terms with their own identities. His poetry in
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Scofield says he learned to take pride in the MĂ©tis aspect of his identity after participating in an annual MĂ©tis cultural gathering and festival called "Back to
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