at UBCO has explored the modern barriers facing Latina/o/x youth who have experienced trauma. Her work emphasizes that survivors of abuse in the Latina community often face unique obstacles, including: Language Barriers:
Yet each story also contains seeds of hope. Alicia Carrizo is now a U.S. citizen helping other survivors. Sister Alicia Cuaron founded Latina SafeHouse, which has helped countless women escape abusive relationships. Alicia Villarreal is using her platform to raise awareness about gender violence. And Alicia Sanchez is fighting back in court against workplace discrimination.
Despite the challenges she faced, Alicia found the strength to seek help. With the support of her family and friends, Alicia was able to access culturally and linguistically competent resources, including counseling services and support groups. Today, Alicia is a thriving advocate for survivors of abuse, using her experience to help others. Latina Abuse Alicia
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), are victims of domestic abuse over their lifetimes. This is slightly lower than the 37.3% figure for all U.S. women, but still represents millions of victims.
1. The Legacy of Culturally Responsive Care: Sister Alicia Cuaron at UBCO has explored the modern barriers facing
With the help of a trusted friend, Alicia found the courage to leave Juan and seek help. She began attending therapy sessions, joined a support group for survivors of domestic violence, and slowly started to rebuild her life.
Alicia was 14 when she disappeared from her Glendale, Arizona, home in September 2019. In July 2023, at age 18, she walked into a Montana police station to ask to be removed from the missing persons list. The Abuse Link: citizen helping other survivors
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Allows survivors to apply for a Green Card independently without the abuser's knowledge or consent.
: Provides legal and social services for immigrant survivors fleeing gender-based violence, assisting with U-visas and VAWA self-petitions. Immediate Action Steps