“The red dress and shirt symbolize the Indigenous women and gender diverse individuals who have been murdered or are missing. The red hand symbolizes solidarity and that we will be silenced no more.
The bear spirit is the protector. She is a strong source of support in times of difficulty. She guides you to be a leader. Her spirit may ask us to accept an authoritative role, not only directing our own lives but guiding others. This is not the time to be silent, but rather a time to challenge, to engage, to educate, and to inspire! She is feared and admired for her courage. She stands tall facing the threat of harm without fear.” By Jessica Somers.
Ganawenda, “to protect,” is a collection created to honor and support the MMIWG. Featuring meaningful designs and stunning colors, it transforms every creation into a masterpiece infused with heritage and culture.
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Donation To Filu
Ganawenda fabric will be donated to FILU (Family Information Liaison Units). The fabric will be donated to create blankets, ribbons skirts, and ribbon shirts for families affected by Missing and Murdered Indigenous people. It is an organization that supports MMIW and advocates for justice for families.
About FILU:
Family Information Liaison Units
Family Information Liaison Units (FILUs) provide specialized services to families of missing and murdered Indigenous people (MMIWG)
In 2016, FILUs were established to support families of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people. In 2023, the Government of Canada increased support to allow FILUs to serve families of all missing and murdered Indigenous people, including men and boys.
FILUs help families access all the available information they are seeking about their missing and murdered loved ones from multiple government sources. FILUs are delivered through victim services and Indigenous community organizations and are available in every province and territory.