Weekly Update from the National Latin@ Network
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Blog
NLN Research Announcement
Policy Alert
NLN News
Network News and Resources
Network Webinars
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A MATRIARCH DISCUSSES HER FAMILY'S TRIUMPHS AND STRUGGLES
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I like the programs because they involve the whole family; it started with my daughter attending the workshops, then the mother-daughter retreats which included me. They also have workshops for men, so my husband started participating in those, and he has attended them on three different occasions. This helps me a lot, too, because in a marriage, there are always some issues and topics that as a wife it might be hard to talk about with one’s partner as they might take it the wrong way, but in the workshops for men, they talk about how we as Latin@s are raised and the idea that men are the sole decision makers in the home. Thanks to the workshops about toxic masculinity, my husband has begun changing his mind when it comes to issues of that kind and how he approaches things now.
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NLN Research Announcement
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NEW REPORT: LATINA IMMIGRANT WOMEN AND CHILDREN'S WELL-BEING AND ACCESS TO SERVICES AFTER DETENTION
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This brief describes findings of a research study that seeks to understand the experiences of Latina women and their children when seeking asylum due to gender-based violence and to document the experiences of those who have been detained while seeking asylum for gender-based violence, the consequences of detention on survivors of violence, and post-detention service needs. By understan
ding the process of detention and how Latinas experience detention and possible re-traumatization and re-victimization, as well as the unique needs and services required to assist survivors throughout detention and upon release from detention, well-informed policy recommendations and practice priorities can be developed to promote trauma-informed approaches at every point.
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The National Task Force to End Sexual and Domestic Violence (“NTF”) applauds Congress for their support for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. The recently introduced bipartisan, bicameral funding bill appropriates a record $497.5 million for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for the 2019 fiscal year and releases over $3 billion from the Crime Victims Fund, including almost $170 million for Native victims. Funding for vital programs to protect victims and survivors is secure until September 30th, the end of the federal fiscal year, by which time funding for the entire government must be renewed.
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CALL YOUR REPRESENTATIVE TO DEMAND JUSTICE FOR JAKELIN
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The National Hispanic Leadership Agenda, along with other member organizations, is calling for a Congressional investigation into the death of 7-year-old girl Jakelin Ameí Rosmery Caal Maquin, who died of dehydration and shock while she was taken into Border Patrol custody last week after traveling from Mexico into the United States.
Click here to submit a letter to your Member of Congress to urge them to take action.
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Reclaiming Machismo: Engaging Young Latino Men
This webinar invites advocates, educators and youth service providers to explore the importance of engaging young Latino men in the gender-based violence prevention movement.
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Public Policy Training Manager
Public Policy and Training Manager will help advance the implementation of Casa de Esperanza’s public policy and training initiatives.
Project Specialist
This position is responsible for administrative and project support for the NLN directors, managers, and the technical assistance team, and works directly with program staff and consultants.
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Engaging Latino Men and Boys
During this webinar, presenters will share best practices, lessons learned, challenges, and adaptations they made to engage Latino boys in learning about teen dating violence and healthy masculinity.
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Network News and Resources
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NCJFCJ SOLICITING APPLICATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION SITES
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The NCJFCJ will be selecting six (6) sites to participate in the project. There is no direct funding available to participating sites. However, the six sites that are selected will receive training, technical assistance, and support from NCJFCJ staff. The six courts will join 21 other state and tribal jurisdictions that are currently part of the project.
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VAWNET RELEASES INFO & VIDEOS IN SPANISH
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Seis videos con información sobre la visa U, qué es y cómo se califica.
Tres videos con información sobre l
os requisitos para un divorcio, el proceso, y consideraciones para sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica.
Cinco videos con información sobre órdenes de protección, cómo se califica, y el proceso.
Conocer las leyes estatales y federales, leyes de custodia, y mucho más.
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NCJFCJ NATIONAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION OPEN
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The National Conference on Juvenile Justice
will explore gaps in services, discover new and improved practices, share cutting edge research, and motivate participants to explore positive case outcomes for youth involved in the delinquency system.
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NRCSV PREPARES FOR SAAM 2019
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Everything you need to get engaged in this year’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month campaign is now available at
nsvrc.org/saam
. There, you’ll find:
- Downloadable handouts about consent
- Campaign toolkit & social media guide
- Event planning guide
- Prompts for the #30DaysofSAAM Instagram contest
- Graphics
- Coloring page
- And more!
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AWARENESS CAMPAIGN INVITES YOU TO JOIN
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Start by Believing is a public awareness campaign uniquely focused on the public response to sexual assault. The goal is to change the world, and outcomes for victims, one response at a time. For more information on how you can launch a campaign, visit the website.
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IVAT ACCEPTING AWARDS NOMINATIONS
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IVAT and the National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence Across the Lifespan (NPEIV) are currently accepting nominations for those who have accomplished outstanding work to move forward our collective goal of ending violence, abuse and trauma across the lifespan. Please nominate someone you feel has spurred remarkable change in one of the specialty areas included in the list.
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ACLU, SPLC FILE LAWSUIT AGAINST TRUMP ADMINISTRATION REGARDING ASYLUM SEEKERS
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The ACLU and its partners, including the Southern Poverty Law Center,
filed a lawsuit
to block the Administrative Procedure Act, which governs how federal agencies do business, and the United States’ duty under international human rights law not to return people to dangerous conditions.
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ONLY THREE STATES BAN 'GAY AND TRANS PANIC' DEFENSE
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Only three states in the country have passed the Gay and Trans Panic Defense Prohibition Act, which disallows for perpetrators of violence to justify their actions because of the sexual orientation or gender identity of the victim.
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The Trump administration began implementing a deeply troubling new policy on January 28, 2019, the “Migrant Protection Protocols” (MPP). Under the MPP, the government prevents asylum seekers from entering the United States by forcing them to remain in Mexico pending their request for protection.
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Unrapeable: Sexual Violence in Black Communities
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February 21, 2018
1 p.m. EST
Featured Presenter: Nwando Ofokansi,
Education Programs Coordinator, Katie Brown Educational Program
This webinar will take into consideration the socio-ecological model of health and will assess how social determinants impact the health outcomes of specific populations of people.
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Understanding Culture and Language: A Foundation for Providing Culturally Responsive Services
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February 19, 2019
1 p.m. EST
Jose Juan Lara Jr., MS, of the National Latin@ Network will discuss r
ecognizing and respecting individual cultural differences on language and communication as important to sensitive and effective work with survivors of limited English proficiency.
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Developing an Effective Language Access Plan
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February 27, 2019
1 - 2:30 p.m. EST
Lumarie Orozco, MA, of the National Latin@ Network will
discuss concrete steps for developing an effective language access plan
to comply with
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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Using Story Circles to Capture Local Community Responses to Gender-based Violence
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February 27, 2019
3 - 4 p.m. EST
In this free, one-hour webinar,
StoryCenter
's Amy Hill will introduce a simple, community-based process for sharing and capturing poignant personal stories of how young people are taking action.
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By: Isabel Allende
In 1988 Isabel Allende published Eva Luna, a novel that recounted the adventurous life of a poor young Latin American woman who finds friendship, love, and some measure of worldly success through her powers as a storyteller.
Love, vengeance, nostalgia, compassion, irony—Isabel Allende leaves no emotion untouched in these stories. Opulently imagined, stirringly told, they confirm once more her place as one of the world’s leading writers.
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OVW Fiscal Year 2019 Consolidated Grant Program to Address Children and Youth Experiencing Domestic and Sexual Assault and Engage Men and Boys as Allies
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Letter of Intent due
February 13, 2019
Application deadline
March 6, 2019
This program is authorized by federal appropriations acts. The CYEM Program supports comprehensive, community-based efforts to develop or expand prevention, intervention, treatment, and response strategies to address the needs of children and youth impacted by sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sex trafficking. The CYEM Program also funds prevention efforts that engage men and boys as allies to combat violence against women and girls.
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OVW Funding Opportunity:
Improving Criminal Justice Responses to Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking
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Deadline
February 26, 2019
Funds are now available to improve criminal justice responses to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The funds may be used for a range of activities, including collaborative efforts to identify problems and share ideas that will result in effective responses to ensure victim safety and offender accountability.
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Deadline
March 14
Funds are now available
to address campus safety. The funds may be used for a range of activities including: developing and strengthening trauma-informed victim services and strategies to prevent, investigate, and respond to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
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OVW Fiscal Year 2019 Research and Evaluation Solicitation
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Letter of Intent due
February 28, 2019
Application deadline
March 25, 2019
The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is a component of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). Created in 1995, OVW administers grant programs authorized by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and subsequent legislation and provides national leadership on issues of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. OVW grants support coordinated community responses to hold offenders accountable and serve victims.
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LatinoLEAD: Executive Director
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The Executive Director will provide strong leadership and focus to our growing network. The E.D. will engage and empower individuals and organizations across our community to become involved in LatinoLEAD’s network and programming. They will effectively support and work in partnership with the Executive Council and all of our work groups in order to fulfill our mission.
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Provide program management and supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of a shelter that serves individuals and families impacted by domestic and sexual violence. It is expected that the Shelter Manager’s job performance will incorporate the practice and promotion of New Hope’s core values, which include respect, teamwork, empowerment, and professionalism.
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API-GBV: Executive Director
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The Enhancing Access to Services: Training & Technical Assistance program will build the capacity of ten service programs to provide language access for LEP / Deaf / Hard of Hearing victims affected by crimes that include, but are not limited to, domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, identity theft, robbery, and caregiver abuse. Our preference is for this position to be based in our Oakland (or Seattle) office.
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API-GBV:
Program Coordinator
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The Program Coordinator will be mainly responsible for coordinating the Improving Language Access in the Courts project which includes working with senior staff and national partners to develop trainings designed for the judiciary to respond to the needs of victims/survivors with limited English proficiency (LEP); the development of translation guidance protocols for court documents/materials; and the development of an iconography resource guide for courthouses. Our preference is for this position to be based in our Oakland (or Seattle) office.
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Now accepting blog submissions
We welcome submissions on a number of topics pertaining to domestic violence, family violence, and gender-based violence. These topics include, but are not limited to:
- Gender-based violence intervention and prevention programs that are culturally specific
- Working with Latin@ youth
- Working with immigrant Latin@s
- Health care and gender-based violence
- LGBTQ Latin@ communities
- Children and domestic violence
- Building Latin@ leadership in Latin@ communities
- Elder abuse
We also welcome photography, video, resources, and other digital material that organizations or people wish to share with our network.
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About 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, public policy initiative, and training.
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National Latin@ Network, a project of Casa de Esperanza
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