Maria Pesqueira, Mujeres Latinas en Acción

Today, we’re connecting with Maria del Socorro Pesqueira, President and CEO of Mujeres Latinas en Accion. Founded in 1975, Mujeres empowers Latinas by providing services that reflect their values and culture and by being an advocate on the issues that make a difference in their lives. The agency serves as a beacon for Latinas and their families, serving over 8,000 community residents annually. Today, we hear about: Mujeres' services in supporting women and families across Chicago; Maria’s journey to the organization and her first experience with domestic violence; The organization’s vision for how men can play an active role in ending domestic violence; Maria’s approach to leadership, and why it’s personal, and; Mujeres’ participation in the Purple Purse Challenge. To support Mujeres & the Purple Purse Challenge, Visit:

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Maria Pesqueira, Mujeres Latinas en Acción is an episode from Latino in Chicago by Eric Lugo.

This episode is 00:31:40 long.

This episode was published on Oct 24, 2016.

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