East Los Angeles Women's Center

East Los Angeles Women's Center Serving survivors of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking & HIV.

ELAWC provides crisis intervention and rehabilitation services to women, girls and their families impacted by sexual and domestic violence, HIV, human trafficking, and homelessness.

06/13/2026

After 50 years of serving survivors and families across Los Angeles County, East Los Angeles Women’s Center (ELAWC) dedicated its new 10,000-square-foot headquarters with the unveiling of “Mujeres Poderosas en el Jardín del Futuro” (“Powerful Women in the Garden of the Future”) — a new mural 🎨🖌️ by multidisciplinary, world-renowned Chicana artist Yolanda González.

The mural on the facade of the building represents resilience, empowerment, and collective healing and honors survivors and generations of community members who have shaped ELAWC’s legacy. The mural was created through an inclusive process with participation from survivors, promotoras, staff, and community members.

“I honor the mujeres poderosas, the women of power. We forge forward with love, compassion, and strength. The roads behind us guide us yet never define who we are becoming.” — Yolanda González

“Together, we are building more than a facility; we are creating a place for healing and hope — a forever home for our community,” says Barbara Kappos, Executive Director. ✨🧡

🎥 Jonathan Navales

06/13/2026

East Los Angeles Women’s Center Dedicates New Headquarters with Community Mural Unveiling ✨🎉

Part 1: The Blessing with Maestro Jerry Tello Co Founder of National Compadres Network

We Took a moment to acknowledge the land we are on and set intentions for everyone who is to walk through our doors. 🚪

🏡✨ A Place for Hope, a Forever Home East Los Angeles Women’s Center (ELAWC) dedicated its new 10,000-square-foot headqua...
06/13/2026

🏡✨ A Place for Hope, a Forever Home

East Los Angeles Women’s Center (ELAWC) dedicated its new 10,000-square-foot headquarters with the unveiling of “Mujeres Poderosas en el Jardín del Futuro” (“Powerful Women in the Garden of the Future”) — a new mural by multidisciplinary, world-renowned Chicana artist Yolanda González on June 11 — marking the culmination of a transformational capital campaign and the launch of ELAWC’s 50th Anniversary celebration.

This milestone marks 50 years of service to survivors and families across Los Angeles County and a renewed commitment to healing-centered, community-driven care.

See the mural, the celebration, and some of the people who made this moment possible. 💜

📢 We are Hiring! Are you an LCSW or LMFT passionate about community healing and mental health leadership? Join ELAWC and...
06/10/2026

📢 We are Hiring!

Are you an LCSW or LMFT passionate about community healing and mental health leadership?

Join ELAWC and help empower survivors and underserved communities through advocacy, prevention, and healing services.

✨ Now Hiring: Mental Health Clinical Supervisor

📍 Lead and support our United Mental Health Promoter Team

💼 Make a meaningful impact with a nonprofit serving the community for over 50 years

🔗 Apply today: https://www.elawc.org/career_opportunities

🔖 Tag a clinician who would be a great fit!

Every patient deserves care that is compassionate, inclusive, and trauma-informed. 🩺⚕️👩🏻‍⚕️👩🏾‍⚕️👩🏼‍⚕️Since 2022, East Lo...
06/10/2026

Every patient deserves care that is compassionate, inclusive, and trauma-informed. 🩺⚕️👩🏻‍⚕️👩🏾‍⚕️👩🏼‍⚕️

Since 2022, East Los Angeles Women’s Center has had the honor of training more than 500 incoming nurse residents at Los Angeles General Medical Center through the Nurse Residency Program.

We are especially grateful to Grace Chacon NE-BC, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN , for championing trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, helping create a learning environment where future nurses are encouraged to lead with compassion, advocacy, and understanding for the diverse communities they serve. ✨🫶🏼

Together we are helping shape healthcare that listens, supports and heals.

Thank you, Grace for your partnership and leadership. ✨ And congratulations to the 2026 Cohort of Nurses!

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Latine individuals often navigate multiple forms of discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender ident...
06/01/2026

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Latine individuals often navigate multiple forms of discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, race, language, or immigration status.

💬 Family acceptance is one of the strongest protective factors for LGBTQ+ youth mental health and well-being.

🚨 Fear of rejection, stigma, or cultural pressure can make it harder for LGBTQ+ Latine survivors to disclose abuse or seek help. Translate to spanish

✨ Pride is about creating communities where everyone can live authentically and free from violence.

💛 We Listen. We Act. We Rise.
We are here for you.
🏳️‍🌈 Las personas Latinas LGBTQ+ a menudo enfrentan múltiples formas de discriminación debido a su orientación sexual, identidad de género, raza, idioma o estatus migratorio.

💬 La aceptación familiar es uno de los factores de protección más importantes para la salud mental y el bienestar de la juventud LGBTQ+.

🚨 El miedo al rechazo, el estigma o las presiones culturales puede dificultar que las personas Latinas LGBTQ+ sobrevivientes revelen situaciones de abuso o busquen ayuda.

✨ El Orgullo se trata de crear comunidades donde todas las personas puedan vivir auténticamente y libres de violencia.

💛 Escuchamos. Actuamos. Nos Elevamos. (We Listen. We Act. We Rise.) 🌈

05/31/2026

🧠✨ Healing isn’t just about talking through trauma, it’s also about reconnecting with the body.

Experts in somatic trauma, including Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, author of The Body Keeps the Score, emphasize the importance of body-based approaches to healing.

Somatic therapies like dance can help individuals process stress and trauma.

Healing happens in the mind, body, and spirit. 💛
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🧠✨ La sanación no ocurre únicamente al hablar sobre el trauma; también sucede al reconectar con nuestro cuerpo.

Expertos en trauma somático, como el Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, autor de El cuerpo lleva la cuenta, destacan la importancia de las terapias somáticas en el proceso de sanación. Estas prácticas pueden ayudar a las personas a reconocer y liberar el estrés y los efectos del trauma que pueden manifestarse físicamente en el cuerpo.

La sanación ocurre en la mente, el cuerpo y el espíritu. 💛

🚨 Crime Victim Services Are at Risk in California 🚨Every day, survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abus...
05/29/2026

🚨 Crime Victim Services Are at Risk in California 🚨

Every day, survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, elder abuse, and hate crimes rely on victim service organizations for safety, healing, and support. But right now, these essential services face devastating funding cuts of up to 40%.

📢 Budget decisions are being made now. Your voice matters. Take a moment to email our elected officials today and urge them to protect crime victim services across California. (Link Below)

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🚨 Los Servicios para Víctimas de Delitos Están en Riesgo en California 🚨

Cada día, sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica, agresión sexual, abuso infantil, trata de personas, abuso de personas mayores y crímenes de odio dependen de organizaciones de apoyo a víctimas para recibir seguridad, sanación y recursos esenciales. Sin embargo, estos servicios fundamentales enfrentan recortes devastadores de hasta un 40%.

📢 Las decisiones presupuestarias se están tomando ahora mismo. Tu voz importa. Tómate un momento para enviar un correo electrónico a nuestros líderes estatales y pedirles que protejan los servicios para víctimas de delitos en California. (Enlace abajo)

https://app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-page?cid=uS7ntOHwQ79vyY4UitK6C

05/29/2026

🎓 70 horas de capacitación. Un impacto comunitario para toda la vida. 🧡

¡Conozcan a nuestras nuevas Promotoras de habla hispana!

Reconocidas por el Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos como miembros esenciales de la fuerza laboral de la salud, las Promotoras desempeñan un papel fundamental al conectar a las comunidades con recursos, educación y apoyo.

A través de 70 horas de capacitación intensiva, estas dedicadas líderes comunitarias están preparadas para:

✨ Promover la prevención y concientización sobre el VIH/SIDA

✨ Educar a las comunidades sobre los derechos humanos

✨ Crear conciencia sobre la violencia sexual y doméstica

✨ Ayudar a las familias a navegar los sistemas de atención médica y servicios sociales

Nos enorgullece celebrar su compromiso con la creación de comunidades más saludables, seguras y empoderadas. ¡Felicidades, Promotoras! 🌟

Gratitude in Action ✨ THANK YOU, SUPERVISOR Hilda Solis! ✨For believing in the power of change and supporting crucial co...
05/28/2026

Gratitude in Action ✨ THANK YOU, SUPERVISOR Hilda Solis! ✨

For believing in the power of change and supporting crucial community programs that uplift and strengthen East Los Angeles.

We are honored to receive Community Program Funds from the First District to support Nourishment and Healing Programs. This investment helps us continue providing resources, healing-centered services, and opportunities for wellness to the individuals and families we serve.

Together, we are building a healthier, stronger, and more resilient community.

Congratulations to SPIRITT Family Services, Chinatown Service Center 華埠服務中心, East Valley Community Health Center, JWCH Institute, Inc.,

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1431 S Atlantic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA
90022

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18005856231

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