Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.2 We call on all canadians to: 15.2 decolonize by learning the true history of canada and indigenous history in your local area. Learn about and celebrate indigenous peoples’ history, cultures, pride, and diversity, acknowledging the land you live on and its importance to local indigenous communities, both historically and today.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.2

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.2 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.2 We call on all canadians to: 15.2 decolonize by learning the true history of canada and indigenous history in your local area. Learn about and celebrate indigenous peoples’ history, cultures, pride, and diversity, acknowledging the land you live on and its importance to local indigenous communities, both historically and today.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.2

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.1 WE CALL ON ALL CANADIANS TO: 15.1 DENOUNCE AND SPEAK OUT AGAINST VIOLENCE AGAINST INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.1

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.1

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.1 WE CALL ON ALL CANADIANS TO: 15.1 DENOUNCE AND SPEAK OUT AGAINST VIOLENCE AGAINST INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Canadians 15.1

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Calls for Justice for All Canadians As this report has shown, and within every encounter, each person has a role to play in order to combat violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. Beyond those Calls aimed at governments or at specific industries or service providers, we encourage every Canadian to consider how they can give life to these Calls for Justice.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Canadians

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Calls for Justice for All Canadians The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Calls for Justice for All Canadians As this report has shown, and within every encounter, each person has a role to play in order to combat violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people. Beyond those Calls aimed at governments or at specific industries or service providers, we encourage every Canadian to consider how they can give life to these Calls for Justice.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Calls for Justice for All Canadians

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Extractive and Development Industries 13.1 13.1 We call upon all resource-extraction and development industries to consider the safety and security of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people, as well as their equitable benefit from development, at all stages of project planning, assessment, implementation, management, and monitoring.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Extractive and Development Industries 13.1

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Extractive and Development Industries 13.1 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Extractive and Development Industries 13.1 13.1 We call upon all resource-extraction and development industries to consider the safety and security of Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people, as well as their equitable benefit from development, at all stages of project planning, assessment, implementation, management, and monitoring.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Extractive and Development Industries 13.1

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.15 12.15 We call upon child welfare agencies and all governments to fully investigate deaths of Indigenous youth in care.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.15

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.14 12.14 WE CALL UPON ALL CHILD WELFARE AGENCIES TO ESTABLISH MORE RIGOROUS REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFETY, HARM-PREVENTION, AND NEEDS-BASED SERVICES WITHIN GROUP OR CARE HOMES, AS WELL AS WITHIN FOSTER SITUATIONS, TO PREVENT THE RECRUITMENT OF CHILDREN IN CARE INTO THE SEX INDUSTRY. WE ALSO INSIST THAT GOVERNMENTS PROVIDE APPROPRIATE CARE AND SERVICES, OVER THE LONG TERM, FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE BEEN EXPLOITED OR TRAFFICKED WHILE IN CARE.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.14

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.14 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.14 12.14 WE CALL UPON ALL CHILD WELFARE AGENCIES TO ESTABLISH MORE RIGOROUS REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFETY, HARM-PREVENTION, AND NEEDS-BASED SERVICES WITHIN GROUP OR CARE HOMES, AS WELL AS WITHIN FOSTER SITUATIONS, TO PREVENT THE RECRUITMENT OF CHILDREN IN CARE INTO THE SEX INDUSTRY. WE ALSO INSIST THAT GOVERNMENTS PROVIDE APPROPRIATE CARE AND SERVICES, OVER THE LONG TERM, FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE BEEN EXPLOITED OR TRAFFICKED WHILE IN CARE.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.14

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.13 12.13 We call upon all governments and child welfare agencies to fully implement the Spirit Bear Plan.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.13

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.13 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.13 12.13 We call upon all governments and child welfare agencies to fully implement the Spirit Bear Plan.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.13

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.12 12.12 We call upon all child and family services agencies to engage in recruitment efforts to hire and promote Indigenous staff, as well as to promote the intensive and ongoing training of social workers and child welfare staff in the following areas • history of the child welfare system in the oppression and genocide of Indigenous Peoples • anti-racism and anti-bias training • local culture and language training • sexual exploitation and trafficking training to recognize signs and develop specialized responses

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.12

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.12 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.12 12.12 We call upon all child and family services agencies to engage in recruitment efforts to hire and promote Indigenous staff, as well as to promote the intensive and ongoing training of social workers and child welfare staff in the following areas • history of the child welfare system in the oppression and genocide of Indigenous Peoples • anti-racism and anti-bias training • local culture and language training • sexual exploitation and trafficking training to recognize signs and develop specialized responses

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.12

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.11 12.11 WE CALL UPON ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT AND CHILD WELFARE SERVICES FOR A REFORM OF LAWS AND OBLIGATIONS WITH RESPECT TO YOUTH “AGING OUT” OF THE SYSTEM, INCLUDING ENSURING A COMPLETE NETWORK OF SUPPORT FROM CHILDHOOD INTO ADULTHOOD, BASED ON CAPACITY AND NEEDS, WHICH INCLUDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATION, HOUSING, AND RELATED SUPPORTS. THIS INCLUDES THE PROVISION OF FREE POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION FOR ALL CHILDREN IN CARE IN CANADA.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.11

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.11 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.11 12.11 WE CALL UPON ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT AND CHILD WELFARE SERVICES FOR A REFORM OF LAWS AND OBLIGATIONS WITH RESPECT TO YOUTH “AGING OUT” OF THE SYSTEM, INCLUDING ENSURING A COMPLETE NETWORK OF SUPPORT FROM CHILDHOOD INTO ADULTHOOD, BASED ON CAPACITY AND NEEDS, WHICH INCLUDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATION, HOUSING, AND RELATED SUPPORTS. THIS INCLUDES THE PROVISION OF FREE POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION FOR ALL CHILDREN IN CARE IN CANADA.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.11

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.10 12.10 we call upon the federal, provincial, and territorial governments to immediately adopt the canadian human rights tribunal 2017 chrt 14 standards regarding the implementation of jordan’s principle in relation to all first nations (status and non-status), métis, and inuit children. We call on governments to modify funding formulas for the provision of services on a needs basis, and to prioritize family support, reunification, and prevention of harms. Funding levels must represent the principle of substantive equity.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.10

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.10 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.10 12.10 we call upon the federal, provincial, and territorial governments to immediately adopt the canadian human rights tribunal 2017 chrt 14 standards regarding the implementation of jordan’s principle in relation to all first nations (status and non-status), métis, and inuit children. We call on governments to modify funding formulas for the provision of services on a needs basis, and to prioritize family support, reunification, and prevention of harms. Funding levels must represent the principle of substantive equity.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.10

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.9 12.9 WE CALL FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CHILD AND YOUTH ADVOCATE IN EACH JURISDICTION WITH A SPECIALIZED UNIT WITH THE MANDATE OF INDIGENOUS CHILDREN AND YOUTH. THESE UNITS MUST BE ESTABLISHED WITHIN A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR OF THIS REPORT. WE CALL UPON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO ESTABLISH A NATIONAL CHILD AND YOUTH COMMISSIONER WHO WOULD ALSO SERVE AS A SPECIAL MEASURE TO STRENGTHEN THE FRAMEWORK OF ACCOUNTABILITY FOR THE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS CHILDREN IN CANADA. THIS COMMISSIONER WOULD ACT AS A NATIONAL COUNTERPART TO THE CHILD ADVOCATE OFFICES THAT EXIST IN NEARLY ALL PROVINCES AND TERRITORIES.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.9

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.9 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.9 12.9 WE CALL FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CHILD AND YOUTH ADVOCATE IN EACH JURISDICTION WITH A SPECIALIZED UNIT WITH THE MANDATE OF INDIGENOUS CHILDREN AND YOUTH. THESE UNITS MUST BE ESTABLISHED WITHIN A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR OF THIS REPORT. WE CALL UPON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO ESTABLISH A NATIONAL CHILD AND YOUTH COMMISSIONER WHO WOULD ALSO SERVE AS A SPECIAL MEASURE TO STRENGTHEN THE FRAMEWORK OF ACCOUNTABILITY FOR THE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS CHILDREN IN CANADA. THIS COMMISSIONER WOULD ACT AS A NATIONAL COUNTERPART TO THE CHILD ADVOCATE OFFICES THAT EXIST IN NEARLY ALL PROVINCES AND TERRITORIES.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.9

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.8 12.8 We call upon provincial and territorial governments and child welfare services for an immediate end to the practice of targeting and apprehending infants (hospital alerts or birth alerts) from Indigenous mothers right after they give birth.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.8

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.8 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.8 12.8 We call upon provincial and territorial governments and child welfare services for an immediate end to the practice of targeting and apprehending infants (hospital alerts or birth alerts) from Indigenous mothers right after they give birth.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.8

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.7 12.7 We call upon all governments to ensure the availability and accessibility of distinctions-based and culturally safe culture and language programs for Indigenous children in the care of child welfare.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.7

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.7 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.7 12.7 We call upon all governments to ensure the availability and accessibility of distinctions-based and culturally safe culture and language programs for Indigenous children in the care of child welfare.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.7

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.6 12.6 We call upon all governments and child welfare services to ensure that, in cases where apprehension is not avoidable, child welfare services prioritize and ensure that a family member or members, or a close community member, assumes care of Indigenous children.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.6 THE CAREGIVERS SHOULD BE ELIGIBLE FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORTS EQUAL TO AN AMOUNT THAT MIGHT OTHERWISE BE PAID TO A FOSTER FAMILY, AND WILL NOT HAVE OTHER GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL SUPPORT OR BENEFITS REMOVED OR REDUCED BY VIRTUE OF RECEIVING ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL SUPPORTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CARING FOR THE CHILD. THIS IS PARTICULARLY THE CASE FOR CHILDREN WHO LOSE THEIR MOTHERS TO VIOLENCE OR TO INSTITUTIONALIZATION AND ARE LEFT BEHIND, NEEDING FAMILY AND BELONGING TO HEAL.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.6

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.6 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.6 12.6 We call upon all governments and child welfare services to ensure that, in cases where apprehension is not avoidable, child welfare services prioritize and ensure that a family member or members, or a close community member, assumes care of Indigenous children.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.6 THE CAREGIVERS SHOULD BE ELIGIBLE FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORTS EQUAL TO AN AMOUNT THAT MIGHT OTHERWISE BE PAID TO A FOSTER FAMILY, AND WILL NOT HAVE OTHER GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL SUPPORT OR BENEFITS REMOVED OR REDUCED BY VIRTUE OF RECEIVING ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL SUPPORTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CARING FOR THE CHILD. THIS IS PARTICULARLY THE CASE FOR CHILDREN WHO LOSE THEIR MOTHERS TO VIOLENCE OR TO INSTITUTIONALIZATION AND ARE LEFT BEHIND, NEEDING FAMILY AND BELONGING TO HEAL.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.6

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.5 12.5 WE CALL UPON ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORTS AND RESOURCES TO BE PROVIDED SO THAT FAMILY OR COMMUNITY MEMBERS OF CHILDREN OF MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE ARE CAPABLE OF CARING FOR THE CHILDREN LEFT BEHIND. FURTHER, ALL GOVERNMENTS MUST ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY OF SPECIALIZED CARE, SUCH AS GRIEF, LOSS, TRAUMA, AND OTHER REQUIRED SERVICES, FOR CHILDREN LEFT BEHIND WHO ARE IN CARE DUE TO THE MURDER OR DISAPPEARANCE OF THEIR CAREGIVER.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.5

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group 231 Calls for Justice National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.5 The full report can be found here: www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.5 12.5 WE CALL UPON ALL LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORTS AND RESOURCES TO BE PROVIDED SO THAT FAMILY OR COMMUNITY MEMBERS OF CHILDREN OF MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMEN, GIRLS, AND 2SLGBTQQIA PEOPLE ARE CAPABLE OF CARING FOR THE CHILDREN LEFT BEHIND. FURTHER, ALL GOVERNMENTS MUST ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY OF SPECIALIZED CARE, SUCH AS GRIEF, LOSS, TRAUMA, AND OTHER REQUIRED SERVICES, FOR CHILDREN LEFT BEHIND WHO ARE IN CARE DUE TO THE MURDER OR DISAPPEARANCE OF THEIR CAREGIVER.

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple square in the top right corner with quilted patterned star representing the National Inquiry shared artistic expressions. White box in the middle on the left with text and an arrow pointing up to the right. White line between text and above the website www.mmiwg-ffada.ca and Instagram address @Reconciliation_action_group Support Line 1-844-413-6649 An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for anyone who requires assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.5

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice

Alt text: Light purple background with darker purple on the top three quarters a picture fades in the background and a quilted start overlays the middle representing artistic expressions submitted. Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.4 12.4 WE CALL UPON ALL GOVERNMENTS TO PROHIBIT THE APPREHENSION OF CHILDREN ON THE BASIS OF POVERTY AND CULTURAL BIAS. ALL GOVERNMENTS MUST RESOLVE ISSUES OF POVERTY, INADEQUATE AND SUBSTANDARD HOUSING, AND LACK OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES, AND INCREASE FOOD SECURITY TO ENSURE THAT INDIGENOUS FAMILIES CAN SUCCEED.

231 Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

Social Workers and Those Implicated in Child Welfare 12.4

The full report and resources can be found here:
www.mmiwg-ffada.ca

#MMIWG2S #MMIP #231CallsforJustice #Indigenous