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She made history as a trans Indigenous chief. Then addiction cost her the job.

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Majur Traytowu, Brazil's first transgender Indigenous leader, struggles with alcohol addiction while inspiring others. She lost her leadership role in Apido Paru due to her addiction but aims to regain it. Her story highlights the challenges faced by transgender Indigenous people in Brazil, where discrimination is prevalent. Traytowu's journey reflects the intersection of cultural identity, leadership and personal battles.

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