FLOWER POWER for Survivors of Sexual Assault in Indian Country

Georgia Little Shield forwarded me this message from Amnesty International. Please read it and take the action. It's easy and FUN!


AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL USA
Build flower power this spring by demanding proper healthcare for Native American survivors of sexual assault.
http://www.amnestyusa.org/page.php?id=302

Dear Supporter,

This spring, you can turn flowers into power for Native American and Alaska Native women. Tell the incoming Indian Health Service (IHS) Director to ensure that survivors of rape and sexual assault receive the proper healthcare they deserve. Demand quality healthcare by sending an email or creating crafty paper flowers and you will be making a difference in the lives of sexual assault survivors.

Build flower power this spring by demanding proper healthcare for Native American survivors of sexual assault. http://www.amnestyusa.org/page.php?id=302

It is the responsibility of the Director to oversee the IHS as the principle, and in some areas, sole provider of health services in Native American and Alaska Native communities. These facilities are notorious for their lack of standardized protocols and resources, particularly in cases of sexual assault and rape. Many IHS facilities even lack basic rape kits or nurses trained to use them. However, your action and flower power can help guarantee that quality healthcare standards are enforced.

There are two ways to take action:

1. Organic Bouquet
For every ten emails sent, Amnesty International USA will send a flower to Robert G. McSwain, who any day now will step into the official role of IHS Director. Our goal is to fill the IHS office with so many flowers that IHS officials recognize that their actions (and lack thereof) to protect Native American women are being observed by hundreds of dedicated advocates around the country. Take meaningful action and ensure proper healthcare for Native American and Alaska Native women.
http://www.amnestyusa.org/page.php?id=302

2. Get Crafty!
A fun way to send a message for women's human rights is to make paper and origami flowers! Get your friends together and get creative. Learn how to make flower-themed crafts and help women's rights bloom.
http://www.amnestyusa.org/page.php?id=301

Remember: Our flower power is stronger when you add yourself to the action! Take meaningful action and ensure quality healthcare for Native American and Alaska Native survivors of sexual assault.
http://www.amnestyusa.org/page.php?id=302

Sincerely,

Michael Heflin
Campaign Director
Amnesty International USA

Amanda E. Flott
Field Organizer (NE, KS, IA, MO, ND, SD)
Amnesty International USA
Midwest Regional Office
53 W. Jackson St. Suite 731
Chicago, IL 60604
Tel: 312.435.6386
Fax: 312.427.2589
http://www.amnestyusa.org