Honoring the Spirits of Our Little Sisters
In February 2003, a home was created by the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre, supported by Manitoba Family Services and the Manitoba Strategy for Sexually Exploited Children and Youth and the Winnipeg Housing
and Homelessness Initiative. The name of this home is, "Honoring the Spirits of Our Little Sisters". Little Sisters was developed to specialize in the area of child sexual exploitation through the sex
trade. Referrals into the Little Sisters program can come from Child and Family Services, community agencies and self referrals.
For more information visit www.mamawi.com
Advocate for change
Together, we can reduce the sexual exploitation of children in our communities. Our advocacy challenge involves not only educating the public about this form of child abuse and its long-term impacts, but also about connecting with people who want to make a difference and encouraging them to take action. It is about pointing out to communities, policymakers, law enforcement, and the media that there are a lot of us who expect everyone to do their part to build safer neighbourhoods.
Here are some opportunities:
- Provide your input in our comments section
- Contact your MLA or MP to discuss the importance of protecting children
- Hold neighbourhood meetings
- Volunteer for the Citizens on Patrol Program
- Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper
