The Every Child Matters Orange Shirt features a heart designed by Tsimshian artist Morgan Asoyuf with the words “Every Child Matters” inscribed in the heart. The heart represents that every child deserves to be loved, all children have rights, and that Every Child Matters. Proceeds from orange shirt sales will be directed to Orange Shirt Society, BC Aboriginal Child Care Association, and Reconciliation. Thank you for supporting Orange Shirt Day.
September 30, 2022 marks the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. Net proceeds from the sale of the below products are donated to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society (www.irsss.ca)
About the artist: Morgan Asoyuf (née Green) was born March 24, 1984 in Prince Rupert BC. Morgan is Ts'msyen Eagle Clan from Lax Kwallams. Morgan has apprenticed with artists such as Richard Adkins (Haida), Henry Green (Tsm'syen), and studied under German goldsmith Gerold Mueller at the Vancouver Metal Art School.
"Art is an initimate connection to our history, identity and our community. I am honoured to continue our traditions and to share them." - Morgan Asoyuf
- Unisex sizing, size down for a tighter fit
- Material: 100% pre-shrunk cotton
- Care: Machine wash in warm water and tumble dry at low heat. Do not bleach
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
- 100% of the art featured on Native Northwest products is designed by Indigenous artists
- All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products
- Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging
- Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging
- Artists are paid fairly in fees and royalties