tag: women

Ohkomi Forensics
The disproportionately high number of unsolved cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women inspired Haley Omeasoo to launch a research lab.
Eugenia Charles-Newton
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.
Investigating the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Federal government officials testify about the crisis of missing and murdered relatives on November 20, 2024.
Investigating the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Native women leaders testify about the crisis of missing and murdered relatives on November 20, 2024.
Investigating the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
The House Committee on Appropriations holds a hearing titled “Investigating the Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women” on November 20, 2024.
Eugenia Charles–Newton
Despite grants and numerous programs to help mitigate the issue, cases of missing or murdered Indigenous women continue at relatively high rates.
Markwayne Mullin
Donald Trump’s election as president and the Republican takeover of Congress are already having impacts on Indian Country’s agenda.
Hear Her
Personal stories of pregnancy-related complications from Native women are the centerpiece of a new informational campaign.
Native America Calling NAC
Native people are significantly underrepresented in the information technology workforce. The divide is even wider for Native women.
Native Americans for Harris
Native people have long felt like politicians overlook them, but both parties are seeking the Native vote more than ever before.
Greg Stanton, Tony West, Beto O'Rourke and Lauren Underwood
With just a week to go until Election Day, all eyes remain on the swing state of Arizona.
National Indigenous Women's Resource Center
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
Claudia Sheinbaum has made history as Mexico’s first female president, taking office with promises to improve the nation’s relationship with Indigenous peoples.
Miss Navajo Nation
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.
Red Shawls
Having endured colonization, Native women and advocates are speaking up to reclaim justice — one piece at a time.
Tim Sheehy
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 at Navajo Nation Fair
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.
Joe Biden
The Violence Against Women Act has reached a milestone.
Jon Tester and Alexis McGill Johnson
“If there’s one thing that makes a Montanan a Montanan, it’s freedom,” said Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana).
Native Romance
Danica Nava, Karen Kay and Christina Berry write about Native romance. Learn more about their work on Native America Calling.
Candi Brings Plenty
Arizona is the only state that cuts off abortion access at 15 weeks, a restriction that advocates are hoping to ease.
Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center is hosting a discussion on the crisis of missing and missing Indigenous women.
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa
The Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association is hosting its 29th annual conference and trade show in Oklahoma City.
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz
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.
Tim Walz and Peggy Flanagan
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?
Native American Journalists Association NAJA
The Indigenous Journalists Association boasts a board of directors consisting almost entirely of women.
Jessica Rosenworcel
Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel discusses the crisis of missing, murdered and Indigenous women and girls.
Native Skateboarding
Skateboarding is thriving in Native communities, with many participants using it to showcase their tribal culture.
Sharice Davids #Natives4Harris
Sharice Davids speaks in support of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris.
Deb Haaland #Natives4Harris
Deb Haaland speaks in support of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris.
Peggy Flanagan
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 Nation
Cherokee culture is best protected when it’s celebrated and shared.
J.D. Vance
A Republican politician who derided Indigenous Peoples’ Day as “fake” is Donald Trump’s running mate.
'Remember Our SIsters - Forever in Our Hearts'
A federal judge who was once praised for his work in understanding Native issues resigned following an investigation into sexual misconduct.
Tashka Qualls
The Klamath Tribes are seeking justice following the deaths of two young sisters from their community in Oregon.
Cherokee Nation
The Cherokee Nation strives to be a great place to work, because we want the best and brightest to serve our community.
Native American Women Warriors
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.
Candi Brings Plenty
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
Candi Brings Plenty discusses Indigenous womb sovereignty at the U.S. Supreme Court on June 24, 2024.
Candi Brings Plenty
Candi Brings Plenty delivers a land acknowledgment in front of the U.S. Supreme Court on June 24, 2024.