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Make your voice heard – join Esperanza United’s Virtual Congressional Week of Action! This is more than a meeting – it’s a movement. Join us for our virtual week of action happening the week of July 14 with a powerful Day of Action on Thursday, July 17. Together, we’ll raise our […]
Join us for a meaningful “plática” on mental health support and stigma in Latin@ communities on Wednesday July 23 at 10 a.m. PT | 11 a.m. MT | 12 p.m. CT | 1 p.m. ET. Led by Gabriela Zapata-Alma, LCSW, CADC, this session will explore factors that contribute to mental health […]
In this powerful episode of Conversations Over Cafecito, we sit down with Elianna Gregory—artist, creative director, and the visionary behind the impactful digital campaign That’s Not Love. Through webcomics, storytelling, and bold visual art, Elianna tackles the difficult subject of teen dating violence, sharing her personal journey and the inspiration behind […]
As service providers, it’s essential to reflect on how we show up for survivors and communities – not just in our words, but in our actions, strategies, and connections. This presentation, Crossing the bridge: Uniting prevention and advocacy with intention, calls us to examine the divide that often exists between prevention […]
A Mother’s Day Reflection Inspired by an Interview with Vivian Huelgo, CEO of Esperanza United By Silvana Domke This Mother’s Day, I’ve been thinking deeply about the mothers who have shaped my understanding of strength – not just in my personal life, but through the stories I’ve had the honor to […]
Today, Esperanza United announces the release of “Safe Leave Documentation and Confidentiality Rules.” This new resource is the second product of the Safe Leave Working Group, of which Esperanza United is a proud member. The document is a resource for policymakers, advocates, and stakeholders that provides recommendations for when and how […]
By Silvana Domke It was no ordinary Saturday at Hamline University. Even though the morning air was still chilly in St. Paul, it only took a few minutes for the energy, laughter, and presence of youth to warm up every corner of the campus. From the moment the Esperanza United team […]
Connecting people. Sharing knowledge. Ending violence The Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence, Battered Women’s Justice Project, Esperanza United, The Hotline, and ValorUS® are excited to launch The Learning Community. The Learning Community is an online center for training, education, and collaboration dedicated to preventing and responding to sexual assault, domestic […]
Dear community, For more than 40 years, Esperanza United has worked alongside Latin@ families and individuals to ensure access to the resources and support needed to build safe and stable lives. Grounded in the strength and wisdom of our communities, we continue to adapt to meet today’s challenges. Now more than ever, we […]
During Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), I reflect on the role of religion, faith, and spirituality have in our culture and the importance of gender-based violence (GBV) programs respecting and supporting survivors’ religious affiliations as another way to increase organizational cultural responsiveness. Mainstream programs are often mindful […]