November 6, 2026
Photographer, Artist, and Founder of Ampkwa Advocacy
Amanda Freeman is a photographer, community advocate, and member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, with Umpqua, Chinook, and Umatilla heritage. Through her photography, she preserves stories, honors Indigenous identity, and brings visibility to the experiences of Indigenous people and communities.
Her work is deeply connected to her advocacy for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP). Drawing on years of community organizing and survivor-centered advocacy, Amanda uses photography to honor those who have been lost, recognize families living with uncertainty and grief, and remind viewers of the people and stories behind the statistics. Her exhibition, Ampkwa: munk łush nsayka shawash tilixam (Healing Our Indigenous Relatives), brings together portraits that reflect both the impacts of violence and the strength, resilience, and cultural continuity of Indigenous communities.
In December 2024, Amanda founded Ampkwa Advocacy, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness of MMIP, promoting safety and prevention, and supporting healing through advocacy, education, and art. Her work extends beyond the camera to supporting families, raising public awareness, and helping build safer, more connected communities.
For Amanda, photography is more than an art form. It is a way to tell stories, preserve connections, and make visible the lives and experiences that deserve to be remembered.
Proceeds from sales of her MMIP photography are donated to Ampkwa Advocacy, helping carry this work forward.
Learn more about Amanda’s work at Ampkwa Images and Ampkwa Advocacy.
