Yura Sapi (they/them) is a visionary leader and interdisciplinary artist dedicated to co-creating joyful and abundant futures in harmony with each other and Mother Earth. Yura is Indigenous Kichwa, with Ecuadorian and Colombian citizenship and a lifelong connection to their birthplace on Manahatta island. Embracing their Kichwa name, Yura embodies strong roots and a profound connection to trees, plants and the natural world. They have artistically trained in theatre arts, embracing an interdisciplinary approach to art-making for social change.
Yura has showcased their talents as a performer, speaker, and space curator at renowned venues such as Joe’s Pub and the Whitney Center for the Performing Arts, and their writings have been published on platforms like HowlRound Theatre Commons and Community Centric Fundraising. Through their nonprofit organization, LiberArte Inc., Yura collaborates to advance racial, social, and climate justice globally. Projects like Protectores de la Tierra, an artist-led initiative promoting AfroIndigenous farming and food sovereignty, reflect their commitment to sustainable practices and cultural heritage.
