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Are you an emerging researcher? A teacher? An activist? Someone who wants to be part of ending gender-based violence (GBV)? Media is an important part of the normalization of such violence because it influences ideas, beliefs, and perceptions that enables harm. Yet as the audience, we can counter, resist, and negotiate […]
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 […]
From 2021-2022, Esperanza United partnered with culturally specific domestic violence organizations across the United States to grow our understanding of how intimate partner violence (IPV) can lead to intimate partner homicide (IPH). Esperanza United conducted listening sessions and then an in-depth qualitative research analysis of homicide risks, protective factors, and barriers […]
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 […]
Last week, Esperanza United proudly hosted our 2024 Latino boys camp, LatinXplorers. This enriching experience welcomed nine Latino youth, ages 11 to 17, to a free three-day retreat at the Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center in Sandstone, MN. At LatinXplorers camp, the boys participated in a variety of team-building activities and educational […]
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 […]
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. […]
This June, we’re celebrating Pride Month with a special guest, Haydee Lopez Rosado, from Esperanza United. Haydee, a Specialist in Health and Violence Prevention, joins us to discuss critical issues facing the LGBTQ community, particularly focusing on domestic violence survivors. In this episode, Haydee shares insights about her work and a […]
This report documents the voices of Latin@ community members in the Twin Cities, Minnesota, and their thoughts on addressing sexual harassment in the workplace. The project’s objectives were to: Understand what policies, protocols, and practices business owners have in place to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace Learn about the gaps […]