MMIW (Murdered & Missing Indigneous Women & Girls) Awareness Event
In 2019 Congress passed a resolution declaring May 5th as National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. To promote awareness for the epidemic of unaccountable violence committed against indigenous women and girls, AIHSC, American Indian Center-Chicago, Native American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois, St. Kateri Center, Trickster Cultural Center and Forest Preserves of Cook County are sponsoring an event on May 1st that tells the story of those gone missing and the obstacles that the native community has faced historically to prosecute cases and seek justice for these women and their families.
This event will feature speakers on the issue of MMIW including those who’ve lost their loved ones. A prayer ceremony, an honor dance featuring dancers, drums and singers will highlight the program.
Event Program:
10-10:15 Elder Blessing of Event
10:15-11:00 Elder talking Circle
11:00 – 12:00 Kristen Welch & Alyce Arce – Speakers
12:00 – 1:00 Drums/Dancers
1:00 – 2:00 Kristen Welch & Alyce Arce – Speakers
2:00 – 3:00 Drums/Dancers — Closing Prayer
Speakers:
Kristin Welch- President and Founder, Waking Women’s Healing Institute
Alyce Arce, Daughter of Rae Ellaine Toutillot (MMIW)
Public events still maintain safe distancing procedures. Please follow CDC guidelines to wear masks in public and keep social distancing at 6 feet or more to marginalize the spread of COVID-19.