Introduction:
The Northern Brotherhood of Men emerged as a powerful force for justice and equality. Our program is dedicated to addressing a critical issue that has long plagued our society—the pervasive violence against our indigenous women and girls. We are equally committed to advocacy work for gender-based violence awareness and prevention.
We recognize that this issue is not one that can be solved through isolated efforts or by any single group. Instead, we take a holistic approach that seeks to encompass every facet of this deeply rooted problem, combining the forces of awareness and prevention to create lasting change.
The indigenous women and girls in our communities are the cornerstones of their cultures, yet they are disproportionately affected by violence. The Northern Brotherhood of Men has taken upon itself the responsibility to bring this issue to the forefront of our collective conscience. We believe in the power of unity and shared responsibility, which is why we’ve come together as a brotherhood—men from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and experiences, all bound by a common goal.
The Northern Brotherhood of Men take a holistic approach to advocacy work. We believe in doing the necessary healing within our selves and then applying the work to the community. This concept has proved to be consequential as one of our members have pursued more healing in terms of trauma treatment.
Our unwavering commitment to these critical causes has earned us the prestigious NWT Premier’s Award of Excellence for Indigenous Partnership in 2022-2023.
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to create a society where indigenous women and girls can live free from fear and violence, where their voices are heard, and their rights are upheld. We take a holistic approach, recognizing that this profound issue can only be addressed through a comprehensive strategy that combines awareness and prevention.
As a brotherhood of men from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and experiences, we stand united by a common goal—to bring this issue to the forefront of our collective conscience. We believe in the power of unity and shared responsibility.
Our work is fueled by a deep sense of solidarity and the understanding that ending violence against indigenous women and girls and gender-based violence is a moral imperative and a foundational step toward a just and harmonious society. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, we are committed to fostering lasting change, promoting inclusivity, and preserving the cultural heritage of indigenous communities.
Join us in this vital mission. Together, we are building a future where violence against indigenous women and girls is nothing but a dark chapter of the past, and where all individuals are treated with the dignity and respect, they deserve.
Welcome to the Northern Brotherhood of Men, where we stand as one, united in our quest for a more just and equitable world, where awareness and prevention are the pillars of our advocacy against gender-based violence.