Public policy

This document serves as an educational tool for policymakers, shedding light on the existing gaps in safeguarding immigrant communities and their adverse impacts on survivors of gender-based violence. While many assume that the solutions lie within the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), this is not the case. Policymakers need to grasp […]

Background: President Biden has the opportunity to publish the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as the 28th Amendment to the Constitution before his term ends. This is crucial for Latin@ survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). Why this matters for Latin@ survivors: Constitutional protection: The ERA would provide explicit constitutional protection against gender […]

The primary objective of this webinar is to equip legal advocates with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential for effectively supporting survivors of gender-based violence. Participants will gain insights into advocacy techniques, and ethical considerations necessary for providing compassionate and competent legal advocacy. By the end of the training, attendees will […]

This November, Latin@s and survivors deserve to be heard at the polls in races varying from those for U.S. President to members of Congress to ballot measures to local officials. Early voting has started in many states so the time to vote is now! Survivors deserve to vote safely. Here are […]

In this special edition of Conversations Over Cafecito by Esperanza United, Public Policy Intern Roselyn Ovalle interviews Angelica Fuentes, a prominent businesswoman, impact investor, and gender equality activist. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Fuentes shares her personal experiences with gender discrimination and how these challenges inspired her to create initiatives […]

By Mary Lu Schmid, Policy Coordinator As I navigated my first-ever work trip to Washington, DC, I found myself in a conference room, surrounded by over 200 advocates – true superheroes in every sense. We were there to absorb, exchange, and elevate each other’s stories. Half a year ago, I was […]

Esperanza United stands in solidarity with unhoused individuals, many of whom are survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). We operate a shelter for survivors of GBV and their families and work holistically with over 600 individuals and their children each year. We know all too well about the barriers to accessing shelter […]

Leading national organization, Esperanza United, applauds ruling to keep firearms out of the hands of those who commit domestic violence   Esperanza United, a prominent national Latina organization committed to ending gender-based violence, celebrates the Supreme Court’s decision against Zackey Rahimi in the case of US v. Rahimi. This ruling upholds the […]

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 […]

As the 2024 presidential race heats up, so do the dinner table arguments and heated debates about matters close to our hearts and minds. As battling opinions and passionate speeches take over our screens and conversations, we ponder how these controversial topics impact the people we care about. One such critical […]