This ancient tattoo practice gives Inuit women a feeling of strength
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This ancient tattoo practice gives Inuit women a feeling of strength
Kakiniit is an ancient Inuit tattooing practice that was nearly lost when the Catholic Church banned it a century ago. But it's seeing a resurgence among Inuit women.
Oct 2, 2021
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