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 […]
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.
The number of young people that identify as a sexual minority continues to grow in the United States. This factsheet highlights research with Latin@ sexual minority youth published between 2013-2023, with attention to trends and protective factors. Sexual minority is used in this factsheet to include lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or […]
These pages make up section of our factsheet, Latinas and intimate partner violencel evidence based facts. Studies have found that low awareness of resources for IPV, language and cultural differences act as significant barriers to Latina survivors’ ability to access services.