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Including the voice of women, and particularly mothers, in pending issues across the city, state, and country is increasingly important, according to several organizations which saw the start of Mother’s Day weekend as an opportunity to advocate for their causes.

Mujeres raises awareness about sexual abuse through the release of the Latina Portrait: Latinas and Sexual Assault

Jaime Reyes writes about the release of the Latina Portrait: Latinas and Sexual Assault.

The organization began in the early 70s when the Chicana movement was emerging. During this time, a group of Chicago women saw a need for bilingual and bicultural social services for Latinas. This year Mujeres Latinas en Acción is celebrating their 40^th anniversary and is considered the longest standing incorporated Latina organization in the nation.

El 40% de las mujeres latinas mueren a consecuencia de un ataque al corazón, es por eso que la organización Mujeres Latinas en Acción le quiere ayudar.