The REDress Project is an “art-turned-protest” display created in 2010 by Métis artist Jaime Black as a representation of the Indigenous women and girls lost to violent crime and as a call for action to prevent future violence. “An empty garment of clothing acts as a marker for those who are no longer with us“, Métis artist Jaime Black, creator of the REDress Project.
=0D=0A=“Publicly hanging a symbolic red dress invites local conversation about this issue,” said Kendra Thomas, program coordinator for Warmland Women’s Support Services Society. “Fluttering red dresses cause us to reflect deeply upon the levels of violence and marginalization of Indigenous women in a country wealthy in civil rights", said Thomas. "Perhaps it's the fluttering spirits of the women who call to us, seeking peace and resolution.”
=0D=0A=Saturday Feb. 11th Warmland Women’s Support Services will draw attention to Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women by hanging red dresses from trees in Charles Hoey Park (train station) downtown Duncan. This striking 2nd annual one-day display supports Stolen Sisters Marches in Campbell River, Victoria, Vancouver's DLES and elsewhere across the country. This is not a political action but rather a silent vigil of red dresses. Community members, singers and drummers from all Nations are invited to join in the public prayer circle at 9:30.
=0D=0A=There will be an Elders Tent, muffins warmly donated by Kwun'atsustul Counseling and coffee graciously donated by Starbucks Beverly Corners! We are grateful for these contributions to help feed our hearts and minds during our prayers.
=0D=0A=Red dresses may be donated to the display at 9:00. "Our hearts are with the women and loved ones left behind." Contact Warmland Women Support Services 250-710-8177.
=0D=0A=Saturday at 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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