Breaking the Silence: Confronting Sexual Violence in Indian Country
Native American communities face a crisis that demands urgent attention: sexual violence rates in Indian Country are among the highest in the United States. Various sources report that Native American women experience sexual violence in their lifetimes at a rate 2.5 times higher than the national average. For Native men…
Candlelight vigil in remembrance of Emily Pike
CSVANW invites all relatives to gather in remembrance of our San Carlos Apache sister, daughter, and niece, Emily Pike, during a candlelight vigil and honor song. Date: Friday, March 28, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Location: 4-H Park, 1401 Menaul Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107 We encourage you…
Uplifting Our Social Workers: Honoring Hope, Healing, and Advocacy
As Spring arrives, bringing renewal, growth, and fresh beginnings, we pause to reflect on the meaningful work we’ve accomplished together and the abundant opportunities that lie ahead. This season of blossoming possibilities reminds us of the hope and healing at the heart of the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native…
Our Story Begins with Her
This Women’s History Month, we are honoring the strength, resilience, and wisdom of the matriarchs who have broken cycles of generational trauma and paved the way for healthier traditions and communities. These matriarchs, our grandmothers, mothers, aunties, and sisters, have nurtured and protected us, ensuring a strong foundation for future…
Policy Press Releases
At the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW), our press releases and public statements serve as powerful tools for advocacy, awareness, and action. They allow us to uplift Indigenous voices, address urgent issues impacting Native communities, and hold systems accountable.