Draft:'Aqi People of the Chumash


'Aqi
Regions with significant populations
Languages
Chumashan languages, English
Religion
Traditional tribal religion
Related ethnic groups
Chumash

The `Aqi people are a distinct social group within the Chumash community, historically recognized for their unique social roles and gender identity within traditional Chumash society. Occupying a third-gender role, the `Aqi often took on tasks and wore clothing traditionally associated with women in their culture.