Statement from the UFW Foundation
As a women-led organization that exists to empower communities, the allegations about abusive behavior by Cesar Chavez go against everything that we stand for. These disturbing allegations involve inappropriate behavior by Cesar Chavez with young women and minors, they are shocking, indefensible and something we are taking seriously.
Recognizing how serious the allegations are, the UFW Foundation has cancelled all Cesar Chavez Day activities this month.
For nearly 20 years, the UFW Foundation has worked to advocate, organize and provide direct services that protect and serve farm workers and immigrants—many of whom are women, and many of whom have shared their painful stories with us. We know this is difficult and painful and the healing and safety of survivors is of utmost importance to us.
Today, with staff in California, Washington, Georgia, Michigan, New York, Illinois and Arizona, the UFW Foundation continues to empower communities and will continue to center its work on protecting the most vulnerable.
If you or anyone that you know has been a victim of sexual assault, we encourage you to seek support:
- Offers free, confidential, 24/7/365 support in English and Spanish
- Call 1-800-656- HOPE (4673)/Text “HOPE” to 64673
- Online chat and helpful resources available on website at: https://rainn.org/
Latinx – Specific Directories of Mental Health Providers:
Additional Resource Lists and Directories:
National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)
- Maintains a directory of organizations that lists state and territory sexual assault coalitions, national and state-wide victim/survivor support organizations, and local communities of color sexual assault organizations. Individuals can contact their state or territory’s coalition to find additional local resources that provide services.
National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)
- Represents a network of 56 state and US territorial coalitions against domestic violence.
Helpful Materials:
Self -Directed Emotional Support Plan: This one-page guide has questions to help identify what helps you manage stress and to support your emotional well-being.
A Wildflower Path: Healing in Hard Times – Mind-Body-Spirit Practices for Reclaiming Wholeness Beyond Trauma: This 200+ page toolkit offers strategies for feeling better that are free and can be done individually or with family, coworkers, and community members.
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