Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians - Advocacy Resource Center

06/24/2026

Aanii Kinewaya!
Please gather with us on Thursday, June 25th, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Niigaanagiizhik Ceremonial Building in Sault Ste Marie for this free IN-PERSON event, open to the public! Grab a canvas and some brushes to create a beautiful piece of art, no experience necessary! All supplies will be provided! Discover the healing power of art, and uncover the artist in YOU! There is no registration required for this event, so meet up with a friend or family member and spend the afternoon with us!
This is a family-friendly event designed to support all S/A survivors, their loved ones, and their communities!
Don't miss out on this FREE make-and-take event!

06/23/2026

Please note that you DO NOT have to be Indigenous to receive ARC's services. Men are also welcome to our services and our domestic violence shelter. Call 906-632-1808 for assistance.
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06/23/2026

Aanii Kinewaya!

Please gather with us on Thursday, June 25th, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Niigaanagiizhik Ceremonial Building in Sault Ste Marie for this free IN-PERSON event, open to the public! Grab a canvas and some brushes to create a beautiful piece of art, no experience necessary! All supplies will be provided! Discover the healing power of art, and uncover the artist in YOU! There is no registration required for this event, so meet up with a friend or family member and spend the afternoon with us!

This is a family-friendly event designed to support all S/A survivors, their loved ones, and their communities!
Don't miss out on this FREE make-and-take event!

06/22/2026

Just because they've aged doesn't mean they've changed. Domestic abuse may still rear its ugly head even in elder relationships. Some may laugh it off, some may not even realize the abuse is taking place, but it's there. Don't make excuses for it if you recognize it. The Advocacy Resource Center has support for elder victims of domestic violence. If you know someone who may be a victim of elder domestic violence, please share our information with them, discreetly. You can learn more about elder domestic abuse at www.arcsaulttribe.com

06/19/2026

Consent ALWAYS. Age does not justify a YES. Ask permission to touch others, no matter who they are. Kids, grandkids, friends, teachers...it is always best practice to get their permission. Miigwech!

06/18/2026

🏳️‍🌈The Advocacy Resource Center's community and cultural educators, Jess and Krissy, attended the annual Tie Dye for Pride event on Wednesday, June 17, at Sherman Park in Sault, MI.
The event has had a successful turnout year after year.🏳️‍🌈
Everyone was thankful the weather held off so they could enjoy the afternoon activities. Thank you, Diane Peppler Resource Center, Inc., for hosting such great event!🏳️‍🌈

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

He was lying in the middle of the street.

Near a police station.

Screaming for help.

And nobody came.

When people talk about domestic abuse, many picture a woman trying to escape a violent partner.

But what happens when the victim is a man?

What happens when he's bigger, stronger, and physically capable of fighting back...
..but knows that if he does, he could be the one arrested?

Many male survivors describe feeling trapped between two impossible choices:

Endure the abuse.

Or risk not being believed.

For some, the fear isn't just the violence.

It's the shame.
The ridicule.
The accusations.
The belief that nobody will take them seriously.

One survivor asked:

"What am I supposed to do when police don't believe me, my friends make fun of me for getting beat up by a girl, and she's still stalking my every move?"

Domestic abuse doesn't have a gender.

And survivors shouldn't have to prove they deserve help.

Read the full blog:
https://breakthesilencedv.org/?p=19180

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