Immigrants need individualized services in domestic violence cases, experts say

This conference in Louisville is trying to improve help to victims of domestic and sexual violence among immigrants and refugees. - - Donna Poisl

Written by Peter Smith

Laura Carmona said that after she came to the United States from Mexico about 14 years ago, she would call police or other emergency responders to seek protection from an abusive partner.

But she didn't speak English and couldn't reach anyone who understood what she was saying.

When she finally reached a Spanish speaker at the Center for Women and Families, she said, she was able to start the long process of moving away from her abuser, learning English and starting a new job and creating a safe environment for her children.
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