A descriptive Native American term referring to a person who has attributes of both masculine and feminine genders, holds distinct tribal gender and social roles, and who is often involved with rituals. Terminology may vary by tribe such as Ayagigux’/Tayagigux’ (Aleut), Hee-man-eh (Cheyenne), Ho’va (Hopi), Nedleeh (Navajo), and Tudayapi/Tuwasawuts (Paiute).
Note: Definitions related to identity terms vary across communities, cultures, regions, may change across time, and are dependent on an individuals interpretation and experiences. Not all patients/victims may agree with or identify with the current definitions in this glossary.
