Curtison Badonie (Diné) Digital Marketing & Campaign Manager | Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women
In response to President Joe Biden's apology for the federal government's role in the atrocities committed against Native American children in boarding schools, the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW) has released a statement. The apology was delivered today, marking a significant moment in acknowledging historical injustices.
Tiffany Jiron, Executive Director of CSVANW, emphasized the need for the apology to be more than symbolic. "It is essential that this apology is not merely symbolic but is accompanied by actionable commitments to repair the harm done," she stated. Jiron called on the federal government to support reparative measures that honor those lost and affected families. This includes investing in resources for Native communities, cultural revitalization, and addressing ongoing impacts.
Jiron also highlighted contemporary issues linked to the boarding school era, such as the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR) crisis. She noted that systemic injustices from that time have led to an environment where Indigenous lives are undervalued.
CSVANW expressed readiness to engage with governments at all levels to ensure Indigenous voices are prioritized in policymaking. "We are committed to advocating for justice, healing, and empowerment for our communities," Jiron affirmed.
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