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Leading Gender-Based Violence Group Announces Seventh Leader in Agency’s 40+ Year History Today, Esperanza United announces that Vivian Huelgo will be the nonprofit’s next President and CEO. Founded in 1982, Esperanza United mobilizes Latinas and Latin@ communities to end gender-based violence. They have been serving the Minnesota Latin@ community for more […]
After more than twenty years at the helm of Esperanza United, Patti Tototzintle is retiring. To preserve her wisdom and lessons learned, we are organizing a series of conversations between her and the friends, leaders, and colleagues she’s worked with along the way. This month, we have current Executive Director at […]
After more than twenty years at the helm of Esperanza United, Patti Tototzintle is retiring. To preserve her wisdom and lessons learned, we are organizing a series of conversations between her and the friends, leaders, and colleagues she’s worked with along the way. This month, we have junior at DePaul University, […]
After more than twenty years at the helm of Esperanza United, Patti Tototzintle is retiring. To preserve her wisdom and lessons learned, we are organizing a series of conversations between her and the friends, leaders, and colleagues she’s worked with along the way. This month, we have Felix Martinez Paz, Esperanza […]
After more than twenty years at the helm of Esperanza United, Patti Tototzintle is retiring. To preserve her wisdom and lessons learned, we are organizing a series of conversations between her and the friends, leaders, and colleagues she’s worked with along the way. First up, we have Amy Sanchez, current CEO […]
We’re excited to welcome new talent to our team! Meet our newest members below. Meet Mary Lu Schmid, our Policy Coordinator. Originally from southern Germany, Mary now calls Chapel Hill, NC, her home. She draws inspiration from her clients, especially the immigrant youth who received her support as a case manager. […]
Querid@s amig@s, I am so proud of Patricia “Patti” Tototzintle and the legacy she leaves. As Board chair, I have worked with her for the last eight and a half years, and before that, I observed her leadership through the decades. Together, we have seen so many changes at Esperanza United. […]
With over 150 applicants for our Latina Leadership Fellowship, Esperanza United is thrilled to introduce our ten summer fellows. From now until August, these next-gen leaders will develop their skills, networks, and knowledge to step into their power as rising researchers and advocates. Xochitl Fuentes is a second-year International Affairs […]
Meet Jessica Saavedra, our Human Resource Coordinator, who is dedicated to fostering a positive work environment and uplifting employee satisfaction. Originally born in Bronx, NY and raised in CA, Jessica loves her Mexican roots and culture, and she is excited to return toEsperanza United, where she served as a Community Advocate […]
As we near the end of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month we invite you to listen to a new episode of our podcast, Conversations Over Cafecito. In this episode, we speak with Ana Ortega and Patricia Emmanuelli, part of Esperanza United’s Health and Prevention Program. Together, we delve into their work […]