# NamUs

- **Website:** <https://namus.gov>
- **Primary alias:** `namus.gov`

## Description

NamUs, the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System, is a vital initiative managed by the U.S. Department of Justice that unites people, forensic science, and advanced technology to address the critical issues of missing, unidentified, and unclaimed individuals. Established through significant funding and collaborative efforts beginning in 2003, NamUs serves as a comprehensive online resource, offering free and secure access to extensive databases. These databases include Missing Persons and Unidentified Persons, facilitating automated case comparisons to expedite resolutions.

The organization provides a range of forensic services such as DNA analysis, fingerprint examination, anthropology, and odontology. It also delivers investigative support from experienced professionals to assist law enforcement agencies and families. Additionally, NamUs takes an active role in community outreach, offering training and resources to raise awareness about missing person cases. With over 600,000 individuals reported missing in the U.S.

## Industries

- ⚖️ Law and Government
- ⚖️ Law Enforcement and Protective Services _(under Law and Government)_
- ⚖️ Government _(under Law and Government)_
- 🎗 Community and Society
- 🎗 Decease _(under Community and Society)_

## Links

- [pinterest](https://pinterest.com/@pin)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/intent)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/sharer)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Genoa | #116677 | accent |
| Hot Toddy | #c2850c | dark |
| Sunglow | #ffbe2e | light |

## Fonts

- Source Sans Pro — asset _(google)_
- Arial — asset _(custom)_

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