About Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People

In the United States, Native people experience higher rates of violence than all other ethnicities, and 56% of Native women have experienced sexual violence. Washington state has the second highest number of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People. The red handprint is a symbol of the MMIWP movement, and represents the thousands of Indigenous persons who have been silenced.

"Far too often, murders and missing persons cases in Indian Country go unsolved and unaddressed, leaving families and communities devastated."

— Deb Haaland, US Secretary of the Interior

5 Ways to Raise Awareness About #MMIWP

The first week of May is the National Week of Action for #MMIWP. During this designated time and beyond, join the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe in raising awareness and honoring victims and grieving families:

1. Wear red and post a photo on social media with hashtags like #MMIWActionNow, #MMIWP, #MMIW, and #MMIWG2S
   
2. Host a community event such as a prayer circle or candlelight vigil.
   
3. Post a list of names of missing or murdered persons from your community.
   
4. Create a living memorial.
   
5. View webinars provided by organizations like the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center.

Recommendations courtesy of the National Indigenous Women's Resource Center.

Learn more about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People, and browse the Tribe's resources for victims, families, and advocates.