MMEIP Solidarity Walk

To raise awareness about Murdered, Missing, and Exploited Indigenous People

The National Day of Awareness for Murdered, Missing, and Exploited Indigenous People was May 5, 2022. This day is also known as Red Dress Day. The Red Dress, hanging alone, without a person to embody it, symbolizes the thousands of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and Girls in Canada. 

Community members from all over the region, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, gathered to raise awareness. To honour the survivors of abuse, the families who morn and those still affected by violence against Indigenous people. Attendees were encouraged to show solidarity by wearing a ribbon skirt or ribbon shirt with a jean jacket or jeans.

At 5:00pm, approximately 250 people gathered at the Centre of Hope in Fort McMurray. Drum and honour songs were sung. The group then began walking along Franklin Ave and ended at Jubilee Plaza. Community leaders and community members spoke about the tragic loss of loved ones, family members, and friends. Attendees participated in a round dance of Solidarity to raise awareness and end violence against Indigenous people.

By raising awareness, we bring change. When we stand together, we are stronger. 

The MMEIP Solidarity Walk was supported by the above organizations.

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