"I feel INVINCIBLE when I work with survivors during their most vulnerable time. When I am able to validate their feelings and let them know that it's okay to speak up. I hear them, I believe them; with me, their voice is being heard."

 

-Sonia Rivera, ELAWC Director of sexual assault services.


 


Join us on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Montebello City Park!

 

 For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Alejandra Aguilar-Avelino at [email protected] or via phone at (323)526-5819 ext.216 & 501

 


 

LEARN MORE & CREATE AWARENESS 

Request a Virtual or In-Person Guest Speaker

Our trained facilitators can join your training or workshop and discuss: How to Support Survivors, Sexual Assault 101, The Intersection of HIV and Sexual Assault, Coping with Triggers, Grounding Techniques and Mindfulness, Self Defense Workshops and more!

For more information, please contact: Luis Mendoza [email protected] (323)526-5819 ext.113 & 217


WE ARE HERE FOR YOU 24/7

800.585.6231 

Our trauma informed advocates are ready to listen, support you and guide you on the next steps to healing. 

 


Every year ELAWC partners with local community organizations and college campuses to raise awareness and educate the community on Sexual Assault. 

 

This year we look forward to bring you a number of workshops, Live Conversations on Instagram every Friday, community tabling, and Cumbia at the Park!

Here are some ways you can continue to support and raise awareness:

 

1.) Take Action During SAAM

Join the Red Lips, Hoops On: INVINCIBLE Campaign

  1. Wear red lipstick and hoop earrings
  2. Share a photo or video
  3. Tag @elawc and use #rlhoi #invincible
2.) Challenge Harmful Myths
  • Speak out against victim-blaming
  • Share accurate information
  • Support survivors with compassion
  • Help create accountability

3.) Join our in-person activities, workshops, IG livestreams & other events at ELAWC, East Los Angeles College, and community locations 

 

Cumbia in the Park
Sunday, April 26, 2026
11:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Montebello City Park


Take Back the Night (ELAC)
Date & Time: TBA


Workshops & Presentations
Details coming soon


IG Live Chats
Join the conversation every Friday on Instagram

 


Support Survivors

 

  • Donate to our #saam2026 fundraiser
  • Become a sponsor for Cumbia in the Park
  • Start a fundraiser on Instagram or Facebook benefiting ELAWC
  • Join our fundraising committee

 

Your ongoing support makes a difference!

  • There are many other ways to join the cause and stay involved all year long.
  • To create your very own personal fundraising page benefiting ELAWC here, or to join the ELAWC Fundraising committee, please contact [email protected] 

 


WE ARE HERE FOR YOU 24/7

800.585.6231

For questions regarding the East Los Angeles Women's Center sexual assault department, please contact:

Sonia Rivera [email protected] 

Rebeca Melendez [email protected] 



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