SIS Research

SIS research is a collaborative, reciprocal process between equal partners. Research is guided by the cultural and ethical values of sharing, caring, trust and strength. Our methodology incorporates inter-disciplinary research methods through the lens of culture and gender. There are two main components of SIS research: 1) storytelling, and 2) database. SIS works with families of missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls to tell life stories. SIS also created a sophisticated database with over 200 variables to record information related to missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls in Canada. Sisters In Spirit has a dedicated research team that addresses violence against Aboriginal women, particularly the disproportionate number of missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls in Canada. The goals of this research are to better understand the root causes of violence against Aboriginal women, identify measures to increase safety and well-being, and honour women and girls who are missing or who have been lost to violence. For more information on the SIS research methodology or to view our publications see "Missing and Murdered Aboriginal women and girls" in Research & Data.

 

Below are the life stories that have been gifted to us by their family members;