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The MMIR crisis cannot be solved by one person alone. Here are ways to take action with care and accountability.
8 Things to Say Instead of Silence
8 Things to Say Instead of Silence
The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) crisis cannot be solved by one person alone—it requires the collective effort of our entire community. Here are eight ways you can take action today:
8 things
To Say Instead of Silence
Understand the History: Educate yourself about the historical and ongoing impacts of colonization, systemic violence, and injustice on Indigenous communities. Knowledge is the foundation of meaningful change.
Reflect on Your Role: Consider how you fit into this movement. Reflect on your privileges, biases, and opportunities to contribute to justice and equity for Indigenous relatives.
Share Emotional Labor: Create space for Indigenous voices and stories. Listen deeply, amplify their messages, and take on the emotional labor of advocating for change.
Share Information: Spread awareness about MMIR by sharing resources, statistics, and stories on social media, in your community, and with your networks. Visibility is key to breaking the cycle of invisibility.
Hold Legislators Accountable: Advocate for policies that address systemic gaps in reporting, investigation, and support for MMIR cases. Contact your representatives and demand action.
Show Up: Attend events, rallies, and hearings to demonstrate your support for MMIR initiatives. Your presence matters.
Invite Others: Bring friends, family, and colleagues into the movement. Collective action starts with individual invitations.
Practice Discomfort: Engage in difficult conversations about race, justice, and systemic inequality. Growth happens when we step outside our comfort zones.
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