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Supporting Latin@ survivors of intimate partner violence through faith-based community engagement Faith-based organizations often serve as trusted hubs for spiritual, emotional, and material support. For Latin@ survivors of intimate partner violence, these spaces can be both healing and challenging. Domestic violence organizations can better support survivors by building intentional partnerships with […]
Through active participation in research, youth develop critical skills while addressing issues that deeply matter to their communities. Youth participatory action research (YPAR) supports youth on their path to academic and professional success and creates opportunities to reflect on the root causes of social problems. It also promotes civic engagement, leadership, […]
Burnout matters in domestic violence and sexual assault organizations because advocates carry a heavy emotional and practical load. They are often exposed to stories and experiences of violence through their clients, while also navigating their own personal histories. At the same time, they juggle high caseloads, limited resources, and the lasting […]
In this episode of Conversations over Cafecito, we talk with Sergio Piñeros, a young Colombian entrepreneur and member of Esperanza United’s Youth Action Committee. Sergio shares how his experience with Free Arts — a program that uses art as a tool for healing among youth — inspired him to get involved […]
Survivors like Laura find safety, reunite with their children, and begin a path toward lasting healing with Esperanza United’s advocacy and support. Laura’s story reminds us of what is possible when culturally specific support meets resilience. Earlier this year, Laura*, a Latina mother outside the metro area of Minnesota, fled severe […]
We are honored to have been recognized by the Minnesota Twins during a pregame ceremony at Target Field 💙⚾ Representing Esperanza United on the field: 💙 Dr. Adriana Alejandro Osorio, Chief Advancement Officer💙 Dr. María Pabón Gautier, Board Vice Chair and advocate for equity and education💙 Sergio Piñeros, Youth Leader and […]
In this episode of Conversations over Cafecito, we speak with Nancy Villaseñor, a seasoned public health promotora with over 15 years of experience working with Latino communities in California. Nancy shares her powerful vision of what holistic health truly means—and why it’s urgent to look beyond just the physical body. Throughout […]
By Yasmin Campos-Mendez, Public policy manager With deep gratitude and inspiration, I’m proud to share that our Public Policy team recently led a powerful Congressional Week of Action, held from July 14–18. Throughout the week, we held 23 meetings with congressional staff across the country and engaged 31 participants through advocacy webinars. It was incredibly […]
Join us Thursdays at 1 p.m. CT from August 21 to September 11 for a four-part virtual series tailored for nonprofit leaders. Each session features an experienced executive director sharing actionable insights on board development, communications, financial strategy, and navigating government funding. Developing your personal Board August 21 at 1 PM […]
Hope begins when youth know they matter. Behind every youth leader at Esperanza United is a story of transformation, built from moments when they are seen, heard, and encouraged to grow. One of those stories began with uncertainty. A young woman joined our Youth Leadership Development Training unsure of her own […]