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The crisis of missing and murdered Native women and girls is alarming and a tragic reflection of the spectrum of violence committed against Native women and girls. Read More ››

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 ››

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, serving as a critical opportunity to raise awareness of sexual violence in tribal communities, educate on the importance of consent and stand in support of Read More ››

The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center (NIWRC) applauds the decision made yesterday by Judge James E. Boasberg of the United States District Court, District of Colombia in Standing Rock Sioux Read More ››

In March, organizations across the country acknowledge the vital role of women in society and history for Women’s History Month. Since 1995, each president has issued an annual proclamation  Read More ››

According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), every two minutes a child is being victimized for sexual exploitation. Read More ››

In a critical move to protect tribal sovereignty and Native victims of violence, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC), the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and the ACLU of  Read More ››

I have worked for several years with Native American women, children, and families in the areas of domestic violence, healing from trauma, and child welfare.  Read More ››

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), which is a national effort to help raise awareness and educate about dating violence. Read More ››

On January 28, 2020, U.S. Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced a resolution in support of National Trafficking and Modern Slavery Prevention Month. Read More ››