At La Casa, we know it takes all of us to prevent domestic violence. Anyone can fiercely support survivors and be a part of the movement to create a culture in which healthy, safe relationships are the norm. Each month, we are excited to highlight the stories of our community members and supporters — volunteers, advocates, community partners, and more — without whom this work would not be possible.
This month, we caught up with Fab: a volunteer who recently completed our 40-hour training, and brings her warmth and love for San Francisco to everything she does. To learn more about volunteering and how you can get involved in La Casa’s work, check out our current volunteer opportunities or contact our Education & Volunteer Manager at comed@lacasa.org.
Fab and her daughter dropped off a donation of diapers for families staying at our confidential Shelter.
Why did you begin volunteering with La Casa?
I wanted to contribute to a cause that was impacting my local Latinx community and once I learned about La Casa’s mission I felt certain that I needed to be a part of the movement to end domestic violence.
How do you think we can show up for & support moms in our community?
Motherhood is the hardest job in the world and there are times when mom’s may feel isolated and alone in the journey. That’s why it is vital to connect with one another to build a community. Lending an ear to listen can be so powerful! A conversation or simple sharing of experiences can show us so that not only are we not alone in the trenches of motherhood but we can also lean on each other for support.
Who's your (s)hero?
My (s)hero is my Mom (Antonia). She came to this country from Mexico as an undocumented immigrant in 1981 in search for a better life. Her journey to get here through a tunnel with my 2 year old brother in her arms is the bravest thing she ever did and once she was here she worked so extremely hard to give her kids a better life. She came here “illegally” and not knowing the language but now she’s fluent in English and is proud to call herself a US citizen.