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Native America Calling bids farewell to longtime host (July 27, 2021)
Native America Calling, one of the most widely-heard Native radio programs, is entering a new chapter in its storied history. 
In Montana, Native people make up roughly 26 percent of missing persons cases yet account for less than 7 percent of the state’s population.
Chuck Hoskin: Leaders of Cherokee tribes gather in unity (June 21, 2021)
When Cherokee people come together, great things happen. 
StrongHearts Native Helpline: Myths about the ‘perfect’ victim (June 18, 2021)
Abuse is not okay and it’s not okay to live in fear. 
One issue that is in the hearts and minds of Native people today is the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
The family of Silver Little Eagle has been raising funds following an attack that took place off the reservation.
Hundreds of Native people and their allies marched through California’s capital to bring awareness to the epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
Red dresses hanging in forests and government meeting spaces; Red hand prints on people’s faces and shirts; photo portraits of grieving family members.
Family members shared memories and stories of their lost loved ones as the nation observed a day of awareness for missing and murdered American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Native America Calling will take time to look at the Missing and Murdered issue in our neighboring countries.
Underscore.news: MMIW remains a crisis in Oregon (May 5, 2021)
The COVID-19 pandemic and mismatched databases confound efforts to address failures investigating Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. 
“Native people are resilient, and we must show our support to prevent the violence that has devastated so many of our communities,” said Elizabeth Fowler of the Indian Health Service.
“We must lift the voices of surviving family members to fight for the justice that is overdue for missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls,” Democratic party leaders said.
“The violence perpetrated against Indigenous women and girls is an epidemic that requires our attention and urgent action,” said Rep. Raúl Grijalva (D-Arizona), Chair of the House Committee on Natural Resources.
The issues surrounding missing and murdered Native women must continue to be brought into the public’s awareness to increase accountability of social, political, economic, and government systems and responses.
The Biden administration is taking additional steps to address the crisis of missing and murdered American Indians and Alaska Natives in hopes of putting the focus back on survivors, families and tribal nations.
Native America Calling: Those left behind (May 5, 2021)
Each missing and murdered Indigenous person retains a connection to family members, loved ones, and friends. 
“Today, thousands of unsolved cases of missing and murdered Native Americans continue to cry out for justice and healing,” says President Joe Biden.
Secretary Deb Haaland discusses efforts to combat violence against Indigenous peoples, a day before Missing and Murdered American Indians and Alaska Natives Awareness Day.
Say Her Name debuts May 5, on Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Awareness Day.
Native America Calling will take a look at some of the groups and individuals who aren’t as prominent in the effort to raise awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Native Women Running restores an Indigenous perspective to running and gives Indigenous women a platform to showcase their cultures and their passion for this ancient celebration of life.
Our ancestors endured genocide and assimilation for more than five centuries.
Native America Calling will get a view of what’s showing promise in combating the epidemic of our missing and murdered relatives.
Doug George-Kanentiio: Our people continue to be killed by police (April 28, 2021)
Killing another human is what police officers can do with an almost complete immunity from prosecution. 
Cronkite News: Native community takes off on video sharing app (April 5, 2021)
Native people join TikTok for different reasons. But they stay for the community, for the culture and to fulfill their sacred duty. 
Bill recognizes tribal jurisdiction over non-Indian offenders (March 9, 2021)
Democrats are moving quickly to update the Violence Against Women Act with added protections for women in tribal communities. 
“Those arrests aren’t surprising but it’s very sad when what you’ve been warning about for years actually comes to light,” said Sheila Lamb of the Minnesota Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women’s Task Force.
The federal government still needs to “come to terms with the right of tribal nations,” National Congress of American Indians President Fawn Sharp in the 19th annual State of Indian Nations.
Recap: #DebForInterior confirmation hearing (February 24, 2021)
It was a historic day for Indian Country as Rep. Deb Haaland (D-New Mexico) finally got her confirmation hearing to be Secretary of the Interior. 
House Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States gains new leader (February 17, 2021)
The House Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States has a new chair in Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-New Mexico). 
House Committee on Natural Resources sets first meeting (February 15, 2021)
The legislative panel with jurisdiction over Indian issues is meeting for the first time of the 117th Congress. 
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation works to protect sovereignty (February 1, 2021)
To keep collaboration strong and safeguard our sovereignty, the Cherokee Nation pays close attention what’s happening in the Oklahoma Legislature. 
Chuck Hoskin: Deb Haaland for Secretary of the Interior (January 26, 2021)
Deb Haaland is someone who knows what it is like to struggle and who always looks out for ways to help people, no matter their tribal affiliation, party, politics, or beliefs. 
Cronkite News: Young athletes raise awareness for missing and murdered (January 6, 2021)
The sight can be jarring: As a runner’s graceful stride brings her closer, her face comes into focus. 
Gaylord News: MMIW dress added to Smithsonian exhibit (January 4, 2021)
For Isabella Aiukli Cornell, prom was a way to bring attention to the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. 
Cronkite News: Indian Country prepares for new era with Joe Biden as president (December 28, 2020)
The federal government may not have a stellar track record when it comes to keeping promises in Indian Country, but tribal leaders think President-elect Joe Biden could be the exception. 
The crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives is not new.
With change coming at the highest levels of government, tribal and federal officials are working to ensure the crisis of missing and murdered loved ones in Indian Country remains a priority.
The crisis of murdered and missing Indigenous women, children, and Two Spirits has had significant impacts on Indigenous communities.
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