Reach emergency services immediately, or contact the Red Nacional de Refugios for safety planning and shelter resources.
: A premier national organization mobilizing Latinas and communities to end gender-based violence by providing bilingual hotlines, toolkits, and advocacy.
To address the issue of Latina abuse, it is essential to: Latina Abuse Alicia
Family cohesion, or familismo , prioritizes the collective family unit over individual well-being.
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. Reach emergency services immediately, or contact the Red
If you or someone you know is facing an abusive situation, taking strategic steps can save lives:
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: With the help of a trusted friend, Alicia
Domestic violence remains a pressing concern, with statistics showing that approximately will experience intimate partner violence in their lifetime. Despite this, many cases go unreported due to fears regarding legal status or lack of accessible resources. Public figures have recently helped bring awareness to these hidden struggles; for instance, singer Alicia Villarreal went viral in February 2025 for using the "Signal for Help" on stage to highlight domestic violence. Key Barriers to Seeking Help
The consequences of Latina abuse are far-reaching and can have a lasting impact on survivors and their families. Some of the consequences include:
: Keep a secure, hidden log of abusive incidents, photos of injuries, or threatening messages if it is safe to do so.