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In this powerful first installment of a two-part conversation on Finding Your Voice, host Jason Carrasco sits down with Teyana Viscarra and Norm Sands from Way of the Sacred Mountain to explore the devastating reality of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW).

This episode shines a light on the heartbreaking statistics, systemic failures, and generational trauma impacting Indigenous communities across North America. Together, they discuss why Indigenous women, men, girls, boys, and two spirit relatives face disproportionately high rates of violence, why so many cases go underreported or unsolved, and how awareness, advocacy, and community action are critical in creating change.

Through honest conversation and education, this episode invites listeners to move beyond headlines and truly understand the human impact behind the MMIW crisis. More than statistics, these are stories of daughters, mothers, sisters, families, and communities whose voices deserve to be heard.

This conversation is difficult, emotional, and deeply important. Our hope is that by bringing greater awareness to MMIW, we can help amplify Indigenous voices, honor those who have been lost, and encourage meaningful action and healing.

Topics discussed include:

• The origins and meaning of the MMIW movement
• The alarming statistics surrounding violence against Indigenous women
• Why many cases receive little media attention
• Historical trauma and systemic barriers
• Advocacy, education, and community healing
• How listeners can support awareness and change

Part Two will continue the conversation by focusing on healing, advocacy efforts, and the work being done through Way of the Sacred Mountain to support Indigenous communities and protect future generations.

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You Tube Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGydeK4RmMw&t=5s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdzO_oVT7v0

https://wayofthesacredmountain.org/