The Washington State Patrol (WSP) Tribal Relations Unit (TRU) serves as the agency’s primary point of contact for Washington’s federally recognized Tribes. Through government-to-government engagement, TRU works to build relationships, increase trust, and facilitate communication between Tribal nations, WSP, and public safety partners.
TRIBAL LIAISON PROGRAM
Established in 2019 under RCW 43.43.874, the Tribal Liaison Program supports communication and collaboration between Tribal communities, law enforcement agencies, and partner organizations. The program includes two Tribal Liaison positions serving Eastern/Central Washington and Western Washington.
WHAT WE DO
The Tribal Relations Unit:
- Builds and maintain relationships with Tribal governments and Tribal law enforcement agencies.
- Facilitates communication and coordination between Tribes, WSP, and partner agencies.
- Supports collaborative public safety efforts across Washington State.
- Provides guidance on Tribal sovereignty, jurisdiction, and government-to-government engagement.
- Assists with coordination related to Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) efforts.
MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS PEOPLE (MMIP)
The Tribal Relations Unit supports communication and coordination related to Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP). This includes working with Tribal, local, state, and federal partners to improve information sharing, strengthen collaboration, and support efforts that help impacted families and communities.
CONTACT US
Eastern & Central Washington Tribal Liaison
Anna Olson
anna.olson@wsp.wa.gov
(360) 972-0985
Western Washington Tribal Liaison
Emily Main
emily.main@wsp.wa.gov
(360) 890-0150
RESOURCES
Tribal Liaison Coverage Map
View the Tribal Liaison coverage map.
Missing Indigenous Persons
View Missing Indigenous Persons cases and alerts.
Missing Indigenous Persons Toolkit
A resource for families and friends when an Indigenous person goes missing.
Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) Task Force
The Washington State Attorney General’s Office administers the MMIP Task Force, which works to identify systemic issues, improve coordination, and develop recommendations to address violence against Indigenous people.
2025 MMIP Task Force Report
Read the 2025 MMIP Task Force report.