#MMIP
MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Indigenous women, families, grassroots organizations, and leaders, lead the movement to end violence against Indigenous Peoples in our communities and internationally. In 2016, a National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls in Canada began and concluded in 2019. Hanna’s Act, signed into law in 2019, addressed violence against Indigenous communities in Montana. In 2020, Savanna’s Act and Not Invisible Act were signed into law in the United States to address the crisis. Yet despite these efforts, the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) reports no real changes to end violence against First Nations women, girls, and gender-diverse people in Canada. The United States in 2024 reported a staggering 10,248 missing Indigenous persons. Among them, 5,614 were women, while 4,626 were men. Notably, the majority of the missing women were under the age of 18. The murder rate for Native women is alarmingly high, nearly three times that of any other demographic and in some communities, ten times the national average.
The ongoing epidemic of missing and murdered Indigenous Peoples constitutes a profound human rights crisis that demands immediate attention and action. It is imperative to sustain efforts in raising awareness and advocating for the protection and well-being of our communities. Should you witness any suspicious activity, it is crucial to report it promptly to the appropriate authorities. Taking decisive action and holding those responsible accountable are essential steps in mitigating the severity of this urgent crisis.
