PROGRAMS

MUJER DESPIERTA

Our Mujer Despierta program is designed to provide support to new immigrant residents of Mecklenburg County. It will help guide Latina women in navigating public health resources in the community.

• Educational Interactive Workshops (Conducted in Spanish)-Once per month which cover an array of topics from mental health psychoeducation, navigating mental health services, health education, financial literacy, navigating public resources, and more!

• Support Group for newly arrived immigrant Latina women who have resided in Mecklenburg County for less than 1 year. Our Support Group is an 12-week hybrid program ran fully in Spanish that covers a variety of topics ranging from emotional and social support to understanding the cultural shock of moving to a new country.

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BONITA MAMA

Our Bonita Mama was created to provide support services to teen moms. 

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Services Provided:

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• Workshops on Prenatal and Postpartum Care, Child Development, Family Planning, Mental Health Awareness, Financial Literacy, Continuing Education, and much more.

•  Prenatal and Postpartum Support

• Assistance with Baby Items

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Registration is Currently Closed. We will announce when registration is Open. Thank you!

BONITA RISING

Our Bonita Rising will be centered for adolescents ages 12-17. Geared towards empowering young Latinas to find their identity and self worth. This program will provide comprehensive emotional tools to support personal growth and academic development. We seek to integrate the immigrant Latina and American born Latina in efforts to develop a sense of support and community. 

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Session Topics: Emotional Wellness, Academic Success, College Preparation, Intimate Partner Violence, Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships, Setting Boundaries, Improve Self-Esteem, Navigate Difficult Situations with family and friends, Empowerment, Mental Health Awareness, Financial Literacy, Growing up Latina, and Individual Counseling Referrals

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Please email Bonita Rising Program Director heidya@despiertaclt.com for more information. 

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Mujer Valiente

Our Mujer Valiente program was created for women who have experienced or are currently experiencing intimate partner violence. ​

Services Provided:

• Domestic Violence Education

• Emotional Wellness Coaching

• Individual Therapy Referral

• Support Group

• Community Resource Information

• Legal Resource Information

• Advocacy Services

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Registration is Currently Closed. We will announce when registration is Open. Thank you!