Wear Red on May 5 in Recognition of
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Breaking the Silence: Justice for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
The crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) is a human rights emergency that has persisted for far too long, affecting Indigenous communities across North America. Despite its devastating impact, the epidemic has been largely ignored by mainstream society. It is time to break the silence, demand justice, and take meaningful action to protect Indigenous women and girls.
How You Can Help
Addressing the MMIW crisis requires collective action. Here are ways you can make a difference:
- Raise Awareness: Share information about MMIW on social media, attend awareness events, and support Indigenous-led organizations.
- Hold Governments Accountable: Contact lawmakers to push for policies that prioritize justice for Indigenous women and hold law enforcement agencies accountable.
- Support Indigenous-Led Efforts: Donate to organizations that support MMIW families, attend events and rallies that support the cause.
- Listen to Indigenous Voices: Amplify the stories of families affected by the crisis and center Indigenous perspectives in advocacy efforts.
- Contact your State & Congressional Lawmakers– Write letters and emails to your state legislators and congressional delegation advocating for MMIW legislation.
The time to act is now. Indigenous women deserve safety, justice, and the right to live without fear. By standing together, we can break the silence and bring an end to this crisis.