If I Go Missing
If I Go Missing by Brianna Jonnie is an illustrated work published by James Lorimer Limited on December 3, 2019. This 64-page book is presented in English and combines powerful visuals with a poignant narrative derived from a viral letter. In her letter, Jonnie addresses the urgent issue of missing Indigenous people, calling for immediate action from authorities and emphasizing her pride in her identity.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of social topics related to Indigenous communities, as illustrated by artist Neal Shannacappo. The artwork vividly depicts the potential consequences of a young Indigenous woman’s disappearance, capturing the reactions of her community, friends, police, and media. This edition highlights significant civil and human rights issues while engaging with themes relevant to young adult nonfiction and graphic novels.
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If I Go Missing is derived from excerpts of a letter that went viral and was also the basis of a documentary film. In her letter, Jonnie calls out the authorities for neglecting to immediately investigate missing Indigenous people and urges them to “not treat me as the Indigenous person I am proud to be” if she were to be reported missing. Indigenous artist Neal Shannacappo provides the artwork. Through his illustrations, he imagines a situation in which a young Indigenous woman does disappear, portraying the reaction of her community, her friends, the police, and media.
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