Blogs

Celebrating Rosario: A legacy of dedication and leadership

After more than 22 extraordinary years with Esperanza United (formerly Casa de Esperanza), our Director of Family Advocacy, Rosario de la Torre, closes a chapter full of achievements and dedication to open a new one in her life. Her last day with us, November 29, marks the culmination of decades of […]

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Meet the team: Silvana and Kiara 

Esperanza United is thrilled to welcome Silvana Domke and Kiara Montero-Reyes to our team! Learn a little more about our newest staff members below.   Meet Silvana Domke, our Marketing and Communications Coordinator   Originally from Cali, Colombia, Silvana now resides in Minnesota. She draws inspiration from her faith, family, and Latina women […]

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Honoring Patti’s Legacy: 5Qs for Patti from Moníca Ramírez

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 worked with along the way. This month, we have Mónica Ramírez, founder and […]

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Policy alert: Urgent action needed to protect against gender discrimination for Latin@ survivors of gender-based violence

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 […]

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New podcast: Breaking free from the “man box” with Lina Juarbe

In this special episode of Conversations Over Cafecito, we speak with Lina Juarbe, Vice President of Community Engagement at A Call to Men. We dive into essential topics for eradicating domestic violence and promoting healthy masculinity. Lina shares her journey as a survivor and advocate, revealing the importance of addressing violence […]

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Safety planning for promotoras: Research facts

Promotoras and community health workers (CHWs) can be a life changing and lifesaving resource to Latin@ survivors of domestic violence and intimate partner violence. While research on safety planning with Latin@ communities is limited, existing research supports a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach. A strengths-based approach empowers community members with information about intimate […]

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Dating violence activism and digital safety

Dating violence activism and digital safety for teens and young adults A healthy dating relationship involves feeling respected, having space for your own interests and development as an individual, and making your own decisions about your body, personal expression, and devices. 

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Vivian Huelgo appointed next President and CEO of Esperanza United

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 […]

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Voting safety tips

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 […]

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