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The disproportionately high number of unsolved cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women inspired Haley Omeasoo to launch a research lab.
Arizona Mirror: Hearing addresses crisis of missing and murdered relatives (December 5, 2024)
Paul Begay, Anne Curley, Ella Mae Begay and Everett Charley are the names of just a handful of people who have gone missing on the Navajo Nation. 
Federal government officials testify about the crisis of missing and murdered relatives on November 20, 2024.
Native women leaders testify about the crisis of missing and murdered relatives on November 20, 2024.
AUDIO: Investigating the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (December 3, 2024)
The House Committee on Appropriations holds a hearing titled “Investigating the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women” on November 20, 2024. 
Cronkite News: Hearing confronts crisis of missing and murdered relatives (December 2, 2024)
Despite grants and numerous programs to help mitigate the issue, cases of missing or murdered Indigenous women continue at relatively high rates. 
Republican ally of Donald Trump opposes pick for Indian gaming agency (November 21, 2024)
Donald Trump’s election as president and the Republican takeover of Congress are already having impacts on Indian Country’s agenda. 
Native America Calling: Listening to Native mothers to improve maternal health (November 15, 2024)
Personal stories of pregnancy-related complications from Native women are the centerpiece of a new informational campaign. 
Native people are significantly underrepresented in the information technology workforce. The divide is even wider for Native women.
Cronkite News: ‘Native voters can and will decide this election’ (November 5, 2024)
Native people have long felt like politicians overlook them, but both parties are seeking the Native vote more than ever before. 
Cronkite News: Senate candidates battle for youth vote in Arizona (October 30, 2024)
With just a week to go until Election Day, all eyes remain on the swing state of Arizona. 
Native peoples continue to endure the consequences of this era, evident in ongoing trauma, loss of cultural heritage, and persistent systemic inequalities, said the NIWRC.
Claudia Sheinbaum has made history as Mexico’s first female president, taking office with promises to improve the nation’s relationship with Indigenous peoples.
Cronkite News: Miss Navajo Nation merges traditional and modern culture (October 16, 2024)
The Miss Navajo Nation pageant celebrates tribal culture and tradition, and imbues the winner as a role model on the largest reservation in the U.S. 
StrongHearts Native Helpline: Reclaiming justice for Native women (October 7, 2024)
Having endured colonization, Native women and advocates are speaking up to reclaim justice — one piece at a time. 
The tribally-owned Char-Koosta News released audio that confirms what Republican candidate Tim Sheehy said about Native people being “drunk at 8am.” And there’s more.
Kamala Harris campaign targets Native voters in bid for White House (October 3, 2024)
With a little over a month before the election, Native advocates are working to ensure Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris wins the race for the White House. 
President Biden issues proclamation on Violence Against Women Act (September 12, 2024)
The Violence Against Women Act has reached a milestone. 
Daily Montanan: Jon Tester focuses on reproductive rights on campaign trail (September 6, 2024)
“If there’s one thing that makes a Montanan a Montanan, it’s freedom,” said Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana). 
Danica Nava, Karen Kay and Christina Berry write about Native romance. Learn more about their work on Native America Calling.
Cronkite News: Arizona group puts abortion access on the ballot (September 4, 2024)
Arizona is the only state that cuts off abortion access at 15 weeks, a restriction that advocates are hoping to ease. 
Kennedy Center hosts discussion on missing and murdered Indigenous women (September 4, 2024)
The Kennedy Center is hosting a discussion on the crisis of missing and missing Indigenous women. 
Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association kicks off annual convention (August 13, 2024)
The Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association is hosting its 29th annual conference and trade show in Oklahoma City. 
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her running mate wrapped up a whirlwind week of rallies, making history with the first campaign event opened by a tribal leader.
Minnesota is on the national stage with the 2024 presidential race. What does that mean for tribes and their citizens in the Land of 10,000 Lakes?
The Indigenous Journalists Association boasts a board of directors consisting almost entirely of women.
Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel discusses the crisis of missing, murdered and Indigenous women and girls.
Skateboarding is thriving in Native communities, with many participants using it to showcase their tribal culture.
Sharice Davids speaks in support of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris.
Deb Haaland speaks in support of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris.
With less than 100 days to go before the presidential election, Native women and Two Spirit leaders are energized as they turn out the vote for Kamala Harris.
Cherokee culture is best protected when it’s celebrated and shared.
A Republican politician who derided Indigenous Peoples’ Day as “fake” is Donald Trump’s running mate.
A federal judge who was once praised for his work in understanding Native issues resigned following an investigation into sexual misconduct.
The Klamath Tribes are seeking justice following the deaths of two young sisters from their community in Oregon.
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation supports our workforce (July 1, 2024)
The Cherokee Nation strives to be a great place to work, because we want the best and brightest to serve our community. 
Smithsonian celebrates Indigenous cultures in nation’s capital (June 27, 2024)
For the first time in the history of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, the multi-day celebration in the nation’s capital focuses entirely on Indigenous peoples. 
A chaotic and heated scene played out in the nation’s capital as a Native activist advocated for tribal sovereignty on the steps of the highest court in the land.
Candi Brings Plenty discusses Indigenous womb sovereignty at the U.S. Supreme Court on June 24, 2024.
Candi Brings Plenty delivers a land acknowledgment in front of the U.S. Supreme Court on June 24, 2024.
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