Native American Heritage Month
Focus on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls:
One critical issue to highlight on this date is the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). This epidemic disproportionately affects Native communities, with Indigenous women facing murder rates ten times higher than the national average. Β
Lack of Awareness and Systemic Issues: The MMIWG crisis is often underreported and overlooked, highlighting systemic issues such as jurisdictional complexities, lack of resources for tribal law enforcement, and racial bias in investigations. Β
Grassroots Activism and Advocacy: November 13th can be a day to acknowledge the tireless work of grassroots activists, families, and tribal leaders who are bringing attention to this crisis and demanding justice for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.
Calls for Action: It's crucial to support efforts to address this crisis, including increased funding for tribal law enforcement, improved data collection, and policy changes to strengthen investigations and prosecutions.