Women and Crime Lissa Yellow Bird
Mar 12, 2024
Lissa Yellow Bird, a former addict and incarcerated woman turned advocate, shares her inspiring journey of transformation. She discusses the struggles she faced growing up, her battle with addiction, and how she ultimately dedicated her life to helping Indigenous families find their missing loved ones. Lissa delves into the emotional toll of her work, including the heart-wrenching case of her niece. Through her story, she highlights the systemic issues surrounding missing Indigenous women and calls for urgent action and awareness.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Resilience Against Adversity
05:17 • 11min
Exploring Self-Care and the Impact of Change
16:04 • 2min
The Unraveling Cases of the Missing
18:13 • 24min
Voices of Resilience: Indigenous Women's Advocacy
42:23 • 6min
A Call to Action for Indigenous Women’s Rights
48:37 • 2min