Announcing the National Latin@ Network for Healthy Families and Communities

The National Latin@ Network for Healthy Families and Communities is a network of individuals and organizations committed to improving the health and well-being of Latin@ communities. The National Latin@ Network is led by Casa de Esperanza, a national Latina organization whose mission is to mobilize Latinas and Latin@ communities to end domestic violence.  The National Latin@ Network for Healthy Families and Communities builds on Casa de Esperanza’s experience working in local communities to support families, end domestic violence, and increase meaningful access to services for Latina@s and  incorporates:

• A research center, based in Atlanta, GA, that conducts culturally relevant research to inform the creation of new strategies for engaging Latinas and their communities in ending domestic violence.
• A public policy initiative, based in Washington, DC, that takes Latin@ realities to legislative  tables. Casa de Esperanza also translates policy decisions into information and tools that inform and enhance the work of organizations throughout the country.
• Training and support. Casa de Esperanza is a Technical Assistance (TA) provider for the Office on Violence Against Women, US Dept. of Justice. TA is provided to Latin@ domestic violence organizations and mainstream agencies that work with Latinas and their families.

Goal of the Network

The National Latin@ Network builds bridges and connections among research, practice and policy to advance effective responses to eliminate violence and to promote healthy relationships within Latin@ families and communities.

Network members

We recognize the intersections of realities that influence health and well-being beyond domestic violence: economic justice, access to health care, affordable housing, education, racial disparities,  and immigration. We believe that everyone has a role to play in ending domestic violence.

We are looking for members who are invested in promoting healthy Latin@ families and communities:

• Advocates
• Practitioners
• Researchers
• Academics
• Policy makers
• Community leaders
• Attorneys
• Survivors
• Funders
• Health care providers

Benefits to Membership

Sign up to join the network and be among the first to receive a copy of the latest research statistics about domestic violence and Latin@ communities! Developed by researchers at Georgia State University, this comprehensive document is useful for grant proposals, flyers, and program materials!

In addition, participation in the Network offers

• Connection to other Latin@-serving professionals and concerned individuals
• Access to information, resources, and best practices for working with Latin@ families experiencing domestic violence, engaging Latin@ communities and promoting community engagement to address critical issues
• Opportunities to inform policy and research that impact Latin@ communities.

Get involved

Click here to join the network.  Print and electronic communications will keep you plugged into the latest policy, research and training efforts that promote healthy families and communities!

Spread the word! If you know someone who would be interested in the network, please invite him/her to check it out at www.casadeesperanza.org/national-latino-network!

For additional information, please contact

Amy Sánchez, Casa de Esperanza, 651.646.5553, asanchez@casadeesperanza.org