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Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons

The Department of Justice is committed to addressing the persistent violence endured by Native American families and communities across the country, including by working with Tribal nations to address the important issues of missing or murdered indigenous persons. The Department views this work as a priority for its law enforcement components. It also recognizes the broader public safety and public health concerns that underlie many of these cases and require solutions from across the Department's components.


DOJ Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons

The Department of Justice has prioritized working to address the causes of violence against Native American individuals and communities and to bring justice to victims and their families.


Savanna's Act Guidelines for Alaska

The Department is committed to its ongoing work pursuant to Savanna’s Act to improve the federal response to missing or murdered indigenous persons (MMIP).


Relevant Information

National Day of Awareness MMIP

Upcoming Events

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Contact Information

E. Ingrid Goodyear, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Coordinator (MMIP)
U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Alaska
222 W. 7th Ave, Room 253

907-271-3314 (office)
907-306-0669 (duty cell)
Ingrid.Goodyear@usdoj.gov

USAAK.MMIP@usdoj.gov

Updated September 26, 2025