MMIP Victim Advocacy with Empowerment Advocate

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The crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) continues to impact Indigenous communities across Alaska. Families searching for justice and healing often face numerous obstacles, including legal complexities, law enforcement communication challenges, and a lack of direct service assistance. Our MMIP Victim Advocacy program is dedicated to supporting families and communities by providing guidance and support throughout their journey for justice.

We work closely with families to offer essential support, helping facilitate communication with law enforcement and guiding them through the criminal justice process in MMIP cases.

The services of Empowerment Advocate are completely free.

 We offer a range of services to assist families and communities affected by MMIP cases, including:

• Emotional Support – A monthly MMIP Peer support group to help families cope with grief and trauma.

• Advocacy & Assistance – Guidance on navigating the criminal justice system and law enforcement processes.

• Case Management – Assistance in working with law enforcement to maintain open communication with families. We do this by ensuring effective management and upkeep of all communication. 

• Safety Planning – Creating a safety plan for families facing threats or challenges related to an MMIP case.

• Resource Connection  – Helping families access victim compensation programs, when applicable.