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We’re hurt. We’re angry. We’re disappointed. But Carlee Russell’s story shouldn’t deter us from searching for missing Black people.
July 21, 2023
Her story showed how media coverage, law enforcement resources and community engagement can make all the difference in someone being found.
Natalie Wilson Interview on Scripps News Morning Rush – 07.21.2023
July 21, 2023
Black and Missing Foundation Co-Founder Natalie Wilson was interviewed on Scripps News Morning Rush to discuss the case of Carlee Russell and the staggering number of people of color who are still missing and need our help.
NewsNation Interview with Derrica Wilson, Nakyla Williams (Missing)
July 21, 2023
BAMFI's Co-Founder Derrica Wilson talks with NewsNation about Nakyla Williams - missing from Indianapolis, IN since 2021.
Carlee Russell’s case gave hope that missing Black women finally mattered — until doubts set in
July 21, 2023
Advocates say the details surrounding Russell’s case should not “derail" the efforts to reunite the thousands of missing Black people in the U.S. with their families.
Americans are fixating on Carlee Russell. What about other missing Black women?
July 21, 2023
The case of an Alabama woman who vanished after calling 911 to report a child walking along an interstate captivated the nation this week and put a spotlight on the issue of missing Black women and girls in the United States.
Before police poked holes in Carlee Russell’s disappearance, her case went viral. We should still react with the same alarm when other people of color go missing.
July 21, 2023
The disappearance of Black Alabama nursing student Carlee Russell made national headlines — the perfect reaction that advocates and family members hope for to help solve a case.