Prior to joining NIWRC, Zahne (Tewa-Hopi) was the Director of Technical Assistance and Training for the Hopi Tewa Women's Coalition to End Abuse (HTWCEA). Read More ››
In recognition of SAAM, NIWRC will highlight the work of the Ogitchidakwe Council in St. Paul MN in creating a Circle of Safety for victim/survivors of rape and sexual violence. Read More ››
NIWRC, STTARS, and the Los Angeles LGBT Center write this joint statement condemning the death of 16-year-old Nex Benedict (Choctaw) following an assault committed while Nex was in a school... Read More ››
Violence against Indigenous women, including domestic violence/intimate partner violence, continues at staggering rates, as is the lack of safe housing for those seeking shelter from abuse.
As the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues and tribes deal with stay-at-home orders and social distancing, it is important to recognize advocacy and shelter as essential. Read More ››
During the week of action, the Pouhana O Nā Wāhine (PONW) will share the herstory and mo'olelo (story) of various Akua Wāhine (goddesses) in efforts of reclaiming the identities of Native Hawaiian... Read More ››
We, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC), are grieving the news of Savanna LaFontaine-Greywind’s murder, adding to the already heavy burden our people carry due to the countless Read More ››
Knowledge exchange with peers from around Turtle Island who are seeking to strengthen and/or grow their culturally founded and land based work to improve wellness outcomes for survivors in the areas of healing, prevention, and response. Read More ››