05/06/2026
Still missing. Still loved. Still fighting. ❤️
High rates of domestic violence, sexual violence, trafficking, with the intersections of poverty, racism, and homelessness etc. are all contributing factors to this crisis that has for many years directly impacted tribal/indigenous communities.
Arizona consistently ranks among the top 3 states with the highest number of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls. Tucson AZ remains a critical area for the MMIR crisis, ranking among the top 5 urban areas in the U.S.
Advocates highlight that the high rates in Tucson are deeply tied to unaddressed domestic and sexual violence, as well as jurisdictional gaps between city, county, and tribal law enforcement.
Grassroots efforts working to increase local/national awareness, while working to build accurate data reporting systems has become a powerful, decentralized force for enhancing transparency, accountability, and equity. By blending qualitative, and community-sourced stories, these efforts have effectively challenged existing power structures and informed policy.
Today and everyday we keep in mind and in prayer those who are still missing and/or have been murdered. We also uplift the families and friends whose loved ones never returned home ❤️🩹
