In Lara’s perspective, the pursuit of queer liberation and Black sovereignty entails a departure from direct engagement with the existing arrivant state. Instead, it involves a process of deconstruction and transcendence of the settler colonial futures that perpetuate it. This entails a meticulous analysis of our own roles within these systems and a dedication to revolutionary measures that prioritize Indigenous autonomy and Black emancipation. The implementation of this “ofrenda” necessitates a dedication to the creation of knowledge via physical embodiment and interpersonal connections, as well as a readiness to undertake the challenging task of disengaging from colonial patterns of thinking and behaviour. This necessitates the establishment of environments and methodologies that acknowledge and respect the intricate nature of identities and experiences, while actively opposing the oversimplifications and omissions of colonial narratives. But just exactly how?