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Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Day on the Hill

Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Day on the Hill

History is being made. Will you stand with us?

Join us for the first-ever Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Day on the Hill. This is more than an event — it’s a powerful day of action, remembrance and change!

Together we will:

  • Shine a light on Minnesota’s missing and murdered Black women and girls
  • Honor and elevate the stories of those taken too soon
  • Mobilize for solutions and transformative actions
Women silhouettes on an orange background

 

Day on the Hill speakers

  • Director Kaleena Burkes, Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Office 
  • Commissioner Bob Jacobson, Minnesota Department of Public Safety 
  • Ruth Richardson, Planned Parenthood North Central States CEO
  • Sen. Bobby Joe Champion
  • Lakeshia Lee, Brittney's Place founder
  • Rep. Mary Frances Clardy
  • Dr. Yohuru Williams, St. Thomas University distinguished university chair and professor 
  • Artika Roller, Cornerstone executive director

 

Be part of history as we gather for the inaugural Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Day on the Hill.  Your voice, your presence and your commitment matter!

Learn more about the Office for Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls.

Wednesday, April 9, 2025