May 5 Event: Brenda Brainard, Guest Speaker for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day_沙巴体育官网

Lisa Morrow
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:49:32 +0000
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Guest speaker Brenda Brainard will be at Cascade Library on May 5, 2026, 12pm-1pm, in recognition of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Awareness Day. Join us in-person or via Zoom (click through for more information and the Zoom link).

PCC Library is honored to welcome guest speaker Brenda Brainard on May 5, 2026, in recognition of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) Awareness Day.

Brenda Brainard (Miluk Coos) is an attorney specializing in Indian Law, with a focus on constitutional law, enrollment, jurisdiction, education, and elections. Early in her career, she played a key role in the restoration of federal recognition for her Tribe. She also served for 30 years as Director of the Indian Education Program Consortium, supporting nine school districts in Lane County.

In addition to her legal work, Brenda is a traditional weaver, storyteller, and dancer, and a dedicated advocate for MMIP awareness and legal change.

Join us on May 5 from 12–1 PM in the Cascade Library. You can also attend this event via Zoom using this link ?(Zoom link also available via the QR code with this post). The event will be followed by snacks and time for community.