05/17/2026
Today we remember Emily Pike on what would have been her birthday. Emily was a 14-year-old Indigenous girl from the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose life was tragically cut short in 2025 after she went missing while living in state care. Her story has left a deep impact on her community and beyond, becoming a painful reminder of how many Indigenous children remain vulnerable within systems meant to protect them.
On this day, we hold her name with care and refuse to let her be forgotten. Emily deserved safety, love, and a future. Instead of just marking what should have been a celebration, we also honor her memory and the light she brought to those who knew and loved her. May her story continue to bring awareness, accountability, and change so that other children are protected.
Happy birthday, Emily. You are remembered.