05/05/2026
National Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) Awareness Day is observed annually on May 5, 2026, to honor victims and raise awareness of the crisis of violence against Indigenous people.
Today an annual march was held hosted by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), Pokagon Band of Potawatomi, and The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi.
"Across the United States, there are tens of thousands of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People whose cases have gone misidentified, unsolved, and unprosecuted. The BIA estimates that there are 4200 known cases that are currently unsolved. This crisis is not distant, it impacts families and tribal communities across the State of Michigan every day. There are approximately 4,000 open MMIP cases connected to Michigan, despite Native Americans making up less than 1% of the population. This crisis is deeply personal in tribal communities. Many families are still searching for their loved ones and their cases remain unresolved, often without the needed urgency and support. The continued recognition of May 5th through memorial marches and awareness events underscores the ongoing need for enhanced and coordinated action, culturally grounded resources, and sustained public attention to ensure safety and justice for Indigenous people." - https://gunlaketribe-nsn.gov/media-advisory-march-for-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-people-mmip/
