WHO WE AREWe are a non-profit organization that provides domestic violence advocacy through education and prevention programs. Our certified staff is committed to assist women and men in the Latino community in obtaining the help necessary to overcome the abuse and move beyond in their lives. All services are free and confidential.
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OUR MISSION
Un Nuevo Despertar-A New Awakening, NFP, is an organization that works to prevent domestic violence and to support the victims and survivors of domestic abuse. Our vision has been to assist Latino families to rebuild and regain self-confidence, having the opportunity to live in a safe and healthy environment. All our services are offered at no cost in English and Spanish languages, and are completely confidential. Through our services of counseling, support groups, skill-building trainings, and advocacy, the victims and survivors of domestic violence have been overcoming the oppressive relationships and painful lives that inhibited wellness and happiness for them and their families.
WHAT DO WE PROVIDE
HOLISTIC CARE FOR INDIVIDUALS AFFECTED BY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
- RESTORE YOUR BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT
- REACH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL
- LEAVE THE ABUSE BEHIND
A MESAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MARIA RUIZ
MARIA RUIZ EXCECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
Domestic violence manifests in many ways. Hurtful words, beatings, jealousy, control, are expressions of a relationship where one person has power over another. In such relationships, people who suffer violence, often feel alone. I went through that experience and clearly understand these feelings of loneliness, shame, and helplessness. For years, my husband locked me in a prison of jealousy, physical attacks, insults and humiliations. Anything could provoke his aggressions: when the food was not ready, when he did not get the shirt he wanted, if I peered out the window, if I leave the house without his permission. Until one day, my eleven-year-old son called the police when he watched my husband hitting me hard. The police arrested my husband and recommended me the organization of Mujeres Latinas en Acción. There, after several sessions in support groups, I discovered that I could change my life by attending the programs for victims and survivors of domestic violence.
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Eventually, I left behind the violent relationship with my husband, and obtained a divorce. I felt motivated to help other women who would be involved in situations like mine. To that end, after I finish my therapy sessions, I began to take courses and training on domestic violence. I have had great experiences working with victims of domestic abuse in organizations such as Mujeres Latinas en Acción and Rainbow. I have seen how these women, who once felt vulnerable and insecure, would become strong and successful after attending programs for victims of domestic violence.
Today, I offer this support in Un Nuevo Despertar-A New Awakening. Our organization is open to people suffering emotional, sexual and/or physical abuse in their relationship. We want you to feel assured that you’ll get the support needed to start the recovery process. I am a survivor of domestic violence, and from my experience I can tell you that you can regain your courage and self-esteem. Un Nuevo Despertar -A New Awakening is waiting for you.
Today, I offer this support in Un Nuevo Despertar-A New Awakening. Our organization is open to people suffering emotional, sexual and/or physical abuse in their relationship. We want you to feel assured that you’ll get the support needed to start the recovery process. I am a survivor of domestic violence, and from my experience I can tell you that you can regain your courage and self-esteem. Un Nuevo Despertar -A New Awakening is waiting for you.