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Learn about the ecology, take field trips and create visual art this summer with a dedicated young group of women while earning a stipend for your participation!

The recent momentum behind Comprehensive Immigration Reform has been missing a focus on the issues that directly affect women, girls, and families. To bring attention to immigration reform as a women’s issue and a critical part in the fight for women’s equality, Mujeres Latinas en Acción, ICIRR, the Chicago Foundation for Women, and Women Employed came together to form Women For Compassionate Immigration Reform (WCIR). WCIR is comprised of a growing group of leaders in government, nonprofit, and business who are pushing for compassionate immigration reform that addresses the priorities of women. 

The Latina Portrait: Latinas and Sexual Assault focuses on Latina sexual assault survivors, the barriers they face when seeking help, and the culturally appropriate services necessary for the recovery process.

Cervical cancer and heart attacks, two health issues that disproportionately affect Latinas, are the focus of the Promotoras’ wellness campaigns.

Mujeres Latinas en Acción released the Latina Portrait: Latinas and Sexual Assault, which focuses specifically on Latina sexual assault survivors, the barriers they face, and the culturally appropriate services necessary for the recovery process. 

Mujeres marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month, taking place in April, with numerous events to raise awareness about sexual violence and to educate members of our community about how to prevent sexual violence.