NEWS AND EVENTS
EXTRAORDINARY MOTHERS DALLAS, TX
May 11, 2023
Celebrating Mother's Day, we created this event as a space to highlight extraordinary moms and give back a little of what they give to society. ​
We received many nominations from amazing moms and there were 3 winners who received a bonus for a makeover. ​
It was a space in which we shared experiences, anecdotes, memories and most importantly, smiles. ​
Thank you to the organizations that came together to make this event a reality and thank you for your contributions:
FIRST DC LATINO COMMUNITY FAIR
May 6, 2023
We celebrate the mothers of our community!
On May 6th we were in Washington, DC our first big community fair where together with the Latino Liaison Unit of the Metropolitan Police, Latina businesswomen in action and many other organizations that joined the cause, we were able to share a space with many surprises for mothers, raffles, live performances, DJ and discounts on immigration legal services. ​
Thanks to all the people and organizations that attended, because without you this would not have been possible and thanks also to our sponsors:
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October 21, 2022
This is how our 2nd National Meeting "Miracles of the purple heart" was lived, this time in Washington, DC. ​
Our event was a success, we had the participation of political and community leaders to recognize the survivors of violence. It fills us with pride to host this annual event, which year after year puts all its efforts into continuing to help the Latino community in the fight for their rights. ​
Thanks to everyone who participated, and especially to our purple angels who were always supporting us.
Assistants to the event
MOLA, Consulate of El Salvador, Police Department and Survivor of Domestic Violence
Assistants to the event
Assistants to the event
FIRST FREE BALLOON DECORATION AND FINANCE COURSE IN ORLANDO, FL
July 9, 2022
Our Orlando clients received free training in Balloon Decoration and Personal Finance thanks to the alliance between Mil Mujeres, BSW financial and Balloon Artist Palette Color on July 9.
This was a great opportunity for attendees to learn the art of decoration and achieve financial independence. ​ ​
Thanks to our sponsors:
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October 20, 2021
This is how our 1st National Meeting "Miracles of the purple heart" was lived in Dallas, TX where we recognized the victims of domestic violence and reminded them that they are not alone and that we join their fight.
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We thank all the people who supported us, allied organizations, our sponsors, the Mayor of Arlington, Mr. Jim Rosse, the Dallas and Arlington Police, who made this event possible and the survivors who were encouraged to tell their story to continue motivating and empowering more people.
ALLIANCE WITH THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF GUATEMALA IN CHICAGO
As part of our national campaign in the month of the fight against domestic violence, our Co-Executive Director, Johanna Fonseca, joined with the Vice Consul Olga Sánchez of the Consulate General of Guatemala in Chicago to provide prevention information and resources for the victims of domestic violence.
PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CONSULATE OF MEXICO IN CHICAGO
We met with the Consul for Protection of the Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago, Óscar Alva, and his collaborators adjusting details for our soon return to face-to-face talks at the Consulate. Remember that there are different resources and aids made available to you so that you can apply to the different benefits available if you have been the victim of a crime in the United States and do not have an immigration status.
INAUGURATION OF THE UNIQUE IDENTITY DOCUMENT PRINTING CENTER IN VIRGINIA
Our Co-Executive Director, Johanna Fonseca, was present in Virginia at the inauguration of the Unique Identity Document (DUI) Impression Center accompanying the ambassador of El Salvador, Milena Mayorga. He also celebrated the reopening of our talks at the Consulate of El Salvador in Maryland by Consul General Pedro RodrÃguez. Thanks to the government of El Salvador for opening the doors to us.
INAUGURATION OF THE UNIQUE IDENTITY DOCUMENT PRINTING CENTER IN VIRGINIA
In October 2021, we were present with our Executive Director and our city director in Dallas, with the Mexican consulate at the Breast Cancer Awareness Health Fair in Irving, Texas, sharing with the entire community and providing information about immigration services for all.
Nuestra Directora Ejecutiva junto a las organizadoras del evento.
Stand de Mil Mujeres en la Feria
Atención a las personas que se acercaban a nuestro stand en la Feria
Nuestra Directora Ejecutiva junto a las organizadoras del evento.
September 6, 2017
On September 5, 2017 , the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) began the orderly phase-out of the program known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). DHS will provide a limited period of six months during which it will consider certain DACA requests and applications for employment authorization, under specific parameters.
MIL MUJERES PROVIDES KNOW-YOUR-RIGHTS WORKSHOPS IN PHOENIX.
August 1, 2017
Come and join us for our community workshops in Phoenix, AZ. In collaboration with the Mexican Consulate in Phoenix, Mil Mujeres will be providing presentations about immigration rights and resources in the area. For more information, contact us at info@milmujeres.org.
THOUSAND WOMEN RECEIVES IDB GRANT
Jul 12, 2017
The grant is part of the IDB's 19-year-old Community Relations Program, which is composed of four main areas: corporate philanthropy, volunteerism, in-kind donations and fund-raising campaigns.
MARCH AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
October 28, 2016
WE MARCH AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ..
Let's say "ENOUGH" to violence and share the message so that we take action and fight together against violence
FAMILY REUNION
June 28, 2016
This is the story of a woman who after 16 years of not seeing her children had the opportunity to bring them to the United States thanks to the U Visa.
FAMILY REUNION
May 25, 2016
It was possible to see her son again after 9 years. We live the reunion and happiness of this mother who has already obtained her U visa.
Credit from Telemundo Noticias .