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Indigenous Education

Red Dress Beading Workshops with Gerri Pangman – Sept. 25, 28, & 29

September 10, 2026

Bead a Red Dress pin to raise awareness of MMIWG2S ahead of October 4

Gerri Pangman will share a presentation about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S+), speaking about how this issue has affected her family and community. Following the presentation, participants will have the opportunity to create their own Red Dress pin as a visible symbol of support and awareness ahead of the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People on October 4.

Red Dress pin-making kits will be provided, and no experience is necessary. Space is limited, so be sure to register in advance.

Friday, September 25

11:30 am and 12 pm
Aazohogan Centre
Room 101.15 Henlow, South Winnipeg Campus

Monday, September 28

11:30 am and 12 pm
Indigenous Support Centre
Room F205, Notre Dame Campus

Tuesday, September 29

11:30 am and 12 pm
Multipurpose Room, Manitou a bi Bii daziigae
Room E155, Exchange District Campus

This gathering offers an opportunity to honour the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit people, learn from lived experience and create something meaningful in solidarity with families, survivors and communities.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.