With the support of the shelter and a domestic violence advocate, Alicia was able to obtain a restraining order, secure employment, and eventually gain permanent residency in the United States. Today, Alicia is a proud survivor of abuse and advocates for other Latinas to seek help.

To create a safer and more supportive environment for Latinas, we must work together to:

A small group of Latina survivors met weekly for peer support. The sense of solidarity helped Alicia regain confidence and break the isolation that had kept her trapped.