South Dakota faces crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People
The recent discovery of Sahela Sangrait's body has drawn attention to the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIW) in South Dakota. Sangrait, missing since August 2024, was found near Hill City. This tragic case underscores the disproportionate violence faced by Native communities across the U.S., including the Black Hills. Organizations like the Red Ribbon Skirt Society, founded by Lily Mendoza, are working to raise awareness, support families, and push for continued conversations to address this crisis.
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