East Los Angeles Women's Center
The mission of the East Los Angeles Women's Center is to ensure that all women, girls and their families live in a place of safety, health, and personal well-being, free from violence and abuse, with equal access to necessary health services and social support, with an emphasis on Latino communities.
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LEARN ·2024 Grants ChallengeYouth Empowerment Program (Y.E.P.)
The ELAWC Youth Empowerment program (Y.E.P.) educates and engages BIPOC youth, their partners, parental figures and the community on healthy relationships to prevent teen dating violence and sexual assault through a gender inclusive, culturally- based and comprehensive approach. Youth Advocates become change agents, influencing intergenerational and community level through the arts, cultural activities, social media, and annual youth empowerment summit.
PLAY ·2023 Grants ChallengeYouth Community Leaders Advocating Against Violence
ELAWC's Youth Empowerment Program is a prevention-based approach that encourages youth, young adults, parents and the community to learn about healthy relationships that prevent teen dating violence and sexual assault. Active participants learn to think critically about social justice through literature analysis and journaling. Youth Advocates become active agents of social change in the community by giving presentations, conducting workshops, and working resource fairs ~ paving the way for healthier relationships and safer communities.