Humber Hawks Women’s Basketball Will Celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month with Special MMIWG2S+ Game
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August 6, 2026
Last updated by Alisha Shrestha on August 6, 2026
As part of Indigenous Heritage Month observances, the Humber Hawks Women’s Basketball squad will host a dedicated MMIWG2S+ match against Mohawk College on November 22, 2026.
This event serves as a powerful reminder of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People crisis—a pressing issue affecting countless lives across Canada.
Championing Indigenous Narratives via Athletics
The MMIWG2S+ crisis continues to impact Indigenous populations through systemic violence and historical neglect. Kalani Thomas, an Indigenous student-athlete at Humber, initiated this project to merge sportsmanship with social advocacy. “This game honors generations of resilience,” Thomas notes, emphasizing the need for visibility and justice.
The team previously embraced similar values, proving their dedication to meaningful engagement.Custom jerseys will debut, symbolizing solidarity and raising awareness for MMIWG2S+ survivors and families.
Supporting MMIWG2S+ Through Action
The Humber Hawks have launched a GoFundMe drive to fund these jerseys and contribute directly to Indigenous-led organizations. Every donation strengthens grassroots efforts toward healing and systemic reform.
Assistant coach Amber Bechard underscores collective commitment: “This initiative reflects our shared responsibility to uplift marginalized voices.” The Indigenous Education and Engagement team further bolsters outreach through collaboration and attendance.
For Kalani Thomas, involvement stems from personal connection. Raised on a native reserve, she finds strength in community: “Knowing I’m supported makes this mission even more meaningful.”
Looking ahead, the team invites everyone to attend the November 22 matchup, fostering dialogue and tangible change for Indigenous communities nationwide.
Contribute today—your support fuels progress. Participate in the GoFundMe campaign to aid MMIWG2S+ initiatives.
Additional highlights include Humber Hawks’ dual championship status in OCAA competitions, Kalani Thomas’ dual role as athlete-advocate, and Humber Polytechnic’s ongoing diversity leadership.
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