Thank you for participating in National Week of Action for
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives
It is crucial to spread awareness and mobilize in a variety of ways and in different spaces to put an end to violence against Indigenous women and relatives. With your help:
1,248 letters were sent in support of the Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act.
1,283 letters were sent in support of BADGES.
Save the Date! NIWRC Specialty Institute 2024
Tuesday, August 13 - 15, All day. Hyatt Place Peña Station, Denver, CO
The 2024 NIWRC Specialty Institute will offer presentations addressing the complex intersections of IPV with substance use, trauma, and mental health challenges that survivors experience. Survivors of domestic violence and intimate partner violence are challenged with many obstacles, especially navigating systems, finding safety, and accessing services. Additionally, survivors face increased abuse, violence, and sabotaging of recovery by current or former partners when they reach out and access resources. Join us for this in-person event! This Specialty Institute highlights promising practices that showcase the critical need for:
June 12 Navigating Intersectional Challenges: Supporting Two-Spirit Survivors Amidst COVID-19 and Housing Insecurity
Join us for a webinar that explores the challenges faced by Two-Spirit survivors of gender-based violence at the intersection of the COVID-19 pandemic and housing insecurity. Our speaker will delve into the multifaceted impacts of these overlapping crises and discuss strategies for supporting and advocating for the Two-Spirit community. They will offer practical insights, shared lived experiences, and explore culturally responsive solutions to address systemic barriers.
The Director of Communications and Advancement will take the lead for NIWRC’s communication and public awareness initiatives, fundraising and advancement, as well as manage NIWRC’s strategic communications activities. The Director will also have a wide array of responsibilities, including gaining visibility for priority Campaigns, helping NIWRC staff develop their media skills and strategies, utilizing NIWRC software and social media to communicate across our network.
To apply, please complete and submit an employment application, a resume, three professional references, a cover letter, and writing/design samples. Submit all documents to the Human Resources Manager, Julie Weddell, at careers@niwrc.org. Open until filled.
STTARS: Call for Proposals
Apply for Pass-Through ARP Funds
For Tribal domestic violence programs and shelters and Tribal not-for-profit organizations. Eligible programs can receive up to $15,000 per award and can reapply for additional funds. The deadline is rolling.
Have you listened to the latest episode of Speaking Our Truth, Podcast for Change?
Understanding the Connections of Land and Body Violence, Episode 31 The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center (NIWRC) recognizes that the land and Indigenous women are sacred and connected and must be protected. In this episode of "Speaking Our Truth," NIWRC's Policy Specialist Tia Bahozhoni highlights this sacred relationship by discussing how exploitation and contamination of the land continue to harm Indigenous women and communities.
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