The Latina community is disproportionately affected by various forms of abuse, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and emotional abuse. These forms of abuse can have severe and long-lasting consequences for Latinas, their families, and their communities. This paper aims to explore the issue of Latina abuse, with a specific focus on Alicia's story, and provide an in-depth analysis of the factors contributing to this problem.
He threatened to have her deported—a common tactic used against immigrant victims—despite them having children who are U.S. citizens.
: Alicia faced extreme physical and psychological abuse, including threats from her husband to drown her in Lake Erie in front of their five daughters.
Reconnecting with cultural roots, language, and community, independent of the abuser.