The strength of Tribal Nations is rooted in the resilience, leadership, and survival of Native women. For generations, they have upheld Tribal sovereignty, protected their communities, and led the movement to end violence. This Women’s History Month, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center honors the Native women whose voices, stories, and strength have paved the way for justice and change. Join us throughout the month on social media as we celebrate the leaders, changemakers, and advocates who continue to inspire and drive the movement forward. Follow along, share their stories, and uplift their voices using #WomensHistoryMonth and #NativeWomenLead.
“A nation is not defeated until the hearts of its women are on the ground. Then it is done, no matter how brave its warriors or how strong its weapons.”
– Cheyenne proverb
NIWRC Applauds Federal Court Ruling in Favor of L.B.
NON-FED MOMENT
On February 25, the United States District Court for the District of Montana concluded that L.B. is entitled to recover for the damages she suffered when she was raped by a federal law enforcement officer who responded to her call for help. The ruling follows a decade-long fight for justice after L.B. was assaulted in her own home on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation.
Special Collection: Intimate Partner Violence Intersections With Traumatic Brain Injury, Trauma, Mental Health, and Substance Use
Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month
In recognition of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month, NIWRC is highlighting a Special Collection designed for advocates and allied professionals in law enforcement, criminal justice, healthcare, mental health, and substance use fields. TBI is often misdiagnosed or overlooked, leading to confusion, inadequate support, and revictimization of survivors of intimate partner violence. This collection provides essential information to improve advocacy and includes brochures, fliers, and other resources to help survivors understand their experiences, access support, and make informed decisions.
2025 Women Are Sacred Conference! Committed to Our Relatives: Tradition in Our Hearts, Future in Our Hands
July 29–31, 2025, at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Mark your calendars for the 2025 Women Are Sacred Conference, one of the nation’s leading gatherings dedicated to ending violence against Native women and communities. This year’s theme, “Committed to Our Relatives: Tradition in Our Hearts, Future in Our Hands,” reflects NIWRC’s mission of honoring the sacred role of Native women as leaders, protectors, and changemakers in building safer, stronger Tribal communities.
More details, including a Call for Artists, Call for Session Proposals, and registration information, will be available soon.
Too often, Native families are forced to navigate the unimaginable tragedy of a missing loved one without the support or urgency they deserve. In response, NIWRC is sharing “When a Loved One Goes Missing”—a guide designed to offer critical steps to take in the first 72 hours. This resource supports every family facing this devastating reality, empowering communities with the knowledge they need to protect their loved ones and seek justice. NIWRC’s dedication to justice for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives is never-ending, and our hearts are with all families across Indian Country who are suffering the pain of loss and seeking justice.
The compensation range for this role is $70,000-$75,000
The Development Officer will play a vital role in advancing NIWRC’s mission by diversifying its non-federal funding base and cultivating meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, and funding partners. This role requires strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to create compelling narratives to secure funding that aligns with NIWRC’s culturally grounded and survivor-centered mission. The Development Officer will work closely with the Director of Communications to design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that ensures the organization’s financial sustainability and growth.
Staying healthy can already be difficult when leaving an abusive situation or while in a shelter, especially when basic hygiene items are hard to find. Feeling safe and supported shouldn’t be out of reach.
NIWRC’s free Bathing Bundles provide essential hygiene products alongside traditional medicines like cedarwood, lavender, lemongrass, and sage—plants known for their grounding, cleansing, and protective qualities. These care packages help Native women and relatives feel cared for on their healing journey.
Did you know? STTARS stands for Safety, Training, Technical Assistance, Resources, and Support. Our vision is Safe Housing For All Our Relatives.
Request Housing Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) from STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center. STTARS provides culturally rooted training and technical assistance, policy development, and Indigenous-centered resource materials to support Tribes, Tribal housing authorities, and Tribal domestic violence programs and shelters to address the intersection of gender-based violence and housing insecurity and homelessness and create safe housing options for survivors.
To request T/TA, please fill out the form located on our website with as much detail as possible, and we will be in touch!
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