A Daughter's Journey
11/18/23 • 21 min
There are an estimated 50,000 Latinas living with HIV in the United States today. In 2020, there were 5,450 new HIV infections in women. CONFESSIONS is a podcast that follows the lives of 6 women who share their journeys. In 2021, among the 868 transgender people newly diagnosed with HIV in the US 31% (272) were Latina.
Please note that this episode contains explicit language related to sexual abuse and is not appropriate for children.
Welcome to today's podcast episode featuring Mari, a woman who has overcome many obstacles in her life. Mari was born and raised in Echo Park and the San Fernando Valley. She grew up with her dad and brothers, and her mom left when she was only seven years old. Mari quickly learned to become the mom of the house, taking care of her family.
In the 90s, Mari was a troubled youth and was hanging out in a gang at only 12 years old. She was also selling and using weed. She got her GED at 16 years old and was in and out of jail at a very young age. While in jail, Mari had a daughter, which made her realize that she needed to make some changes in her life.
Mari's dad was abusive towards her under the guise of "because I love you." She found solace in being away from home and finding things to do outside the house. She also experienced homelessness at one point in her life.
Mari's life changed dramatically when she found out she was HIV positive while in a state of shock from her dad's passing. Despite all the challenges she faced, Mari found hope and strength in her faith. She is now a case manager, helping others who have been through similar situations as she has.
Mari's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Her journey has been marked by hardship and difficulties, but she has been able to overcome them and has used her experiences to help others. Thank you for listening to today's podcast episode featuring Mari, a true inspiration.
If you have been a victim of sexual violence, domestic violence, or human trafficking, contact the East Los Angeles Women Center
CRISIS HOTLINE 1-800-585-6231
CONFIDENTIAL BILINGUAL| 24 HOURS 7 DAYS or visit
www.elawc.org for 24/7 chat option
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Produced by:
Natalie Sanchez
Jazmin Rojano
Elia Silveyra
Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
lafan.orgfacebook.com/LAFAN1Instagram; @lafamilyaidsnetwork
HIV data obtained at cdc.gov/hivTo find HIV testing, treatment, and other resources visit https://locator.hiv.gov/Did you like this episode? Tell us what you think on our feedback survey. Click [HERE]!
This podcast is brought to you by the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
There are an estimated 50,000 Latinas living with HIV in the United States today. In 2020, there were 5,450 new HIV infections in women. CONFESSIONS is a podcast that follows the lives of 6 women who share their journeys. In 2021, among the 868 transgender people newly diagnosed with HIV in the US 31% (272) were Latina.
Please note that this episode contains explicit language related to sexual abuse and is not appropriate for children.
Welcome to today's podcast episode featuring Mari, a woman who has overcome many obstacles in her life. Mari was born and raised in Echo Park and the San Fernando Valley. She grew up with her dad and brothers, and her mom left when she was only seven years old. Mari quickly learned to become the mom of the house, taking care of her family.
In the 90s, Mari was a troubled youth and was hanging out in a gang at only 12 years old. She was also selling and using weed. She got her GED at 16 years old and was in and out of jail at a very young age. While in jail, Mari had a daughter, which made her realize that she needed to make some changes in her life.
Mari's dad was abusive towards her under the guise of "because I love you." She found solace in being away from home and finding things to do outside the house. She also experienced homelessness at one point in her life.
Mari's life changed dramatically when she found out she was HIV positive while in a state of shock from her dad's passing. Despite all the challenges she faced, Mari found hope and strength in her faith. She is now a case manager, helping others who have been through similar situations as she has.
Mari's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Her journey has been marked by hardship and difficulties, but she has been able to overcome them and has used her experiences to help others. Thank you for listening to today's podcast episode featuring Mari, a true inspiration.
If you have been a victim of sexual violence, domestic violence, or human trafficking, contact the East Los Angeles Women Center
CRISIS HOTLINE 1-800-585-6231
CONFIDENTIAL BILINGUAL| 24 HOURS 7 DAYS or visit
www.elawc.org for 24/7 chat option
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Produced by:
Natalie Sanchez
Jazmin Rojano
Elia Silveyra
Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
lafan.orgfacebook.com/LAFAN1Instagram; @lafamilyaidsnetwork
HIV data obtained at cdc.gov/hivTo find HIV testing, treatment, and other resources visit https://locator.hiv.gov/Did you like this episode? Tell us what you think on our feedback survey. Click [HERE]!
This podcast is brought to you by the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
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El Viaje Hacia Mi Poder Interior
Tiffany es una joven salvadoreña de 18 años cuyos abuelos la criaron ya que sus padres se separaron y se fueron de casa cuando ella tenía 12 años para ganar dinero y aventurarse a los Estados Unidos. Mientras se dirigía a los Estados Unidos, Tiffany enfrentó dificultades y obstáculos, y cuando finalmente llegó a los Estados Unidos, se enfrentó a un diagnóstico de VIH. Esta es la historia de su dolor y de las barreras que ha tenido que derribar.
Notas del programa: Bienvenido al episodio del podcast de hoy, donde compartimos historias de la vida real sobre resiliencia y perseverancia. Hoy les traemos la historia de Tiffany, una joven salvadoreña de 18 años que ha tenido que superar numerosos obstáculos siendo tan joven.
Cuando Tiffany tenía sólo 12 años, sus padres dejaron su hogar para ganar dinero y aventurarse a los Estados Unidos. Quedó al cuidado de sus abuelos, quienes luego la asaltaron y la obligaron a abandonar su casa. Asustada, Tiffany se embarcó en un viaje a los Estados Unidos con la esperanza de reunirse con sus padres.
El viaje fue duro y Tiffany enfrentó muchos desafíos y dificultades a lo largo del camino. A menudo se quedaba sin comida ni agua y tenía que decidir dónde dormir esa noche; pero a pesar de todo esto, perseveró y finalmente logró llegar a los Estados Unidos, sólo para recibir la devastadora noticia de que le habían diagnosticado VIH.
El diagnóstico de Tiffany fue un duro golpe y luchó contra el aislamiento y la desesperación; pero con la ayuda de un grupo de apoyo de mujeres, pudo superar estos desafíos y derribar las barreras que se interponían en su camino.
Hoy, Tiffany está en la universidad y espera que su historia inspire a otras personas que puedan estar pasando por luchas similares. Su viaje le ha enseñado la importancia de la resiliencia y la perseverancia, y espera continuar difundiendo su mensaje de esperanza y positividad a los demás mientras aspira a convertirse en enfermera.
Gracias por escuchar la historia de Tiffany y esperamos que le haya inspirado a superar cualquier obstáculo que pueda interponerse en su camino. Recuerde, con determinación y actitud positiva todo es posible.
**Tenga en cuenta que este episodio contiene lenguaje explícito relacionado con el abuso sexual y no es apropiado para niños.**
Si ha sido víctima de violencia sexual, violencia doméstica o trata de personas, comuníquese con el Centro de Mujeres del Este de Los Ángeles.
LÍNEA DIRECTA DE CRISIS 1-800-585-6231
BILINGÜE CONFIDENCIAL| 24 HORAS 7 DÍAS o visita www.elawc.org para la opción de chat 24 horas al día, 7 días a la semana
Línea directa nacional de agresión sexual 1-800-656-4673
https://www.rainn.org/linea-de-ayuda-online-en-espanol
Producido por:
Natalie Sanchez
Jazmin Rojano
Elia Silveyra
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Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
lafan.orgfacebook.com/LAFAN1Instagram; @lafamilyaidsnetworkDatos sobre el VIH obtenidos en cdc.gov/hiv
Para encontrar pruebas, tratamientos y otros recurso
This podcast is brought to you by the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
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There are an estimated 50,000 Latinas living with HIV in the United States today. In 2020, there were 5,450 new HIV infections in women. CONFESSIONS is a podcast that follows the lives of 6 women who share their journeys. In 2021, among the 868 transgender people newly diagnosed with HIV in the US 31% (272) were Latina.
Please note that this episode contains explicit language related to sexual abuse and is not appropriate for children.
Welcome to the season finale of the Confessions Podcast - a live-recorded reunion episode.
In honor of World AIDS Day, on December 1, 2023, five of the six women from the podcast came together for the first time to share their experiences. Tune in now to discover what the women have been up to since their podcast episodes were released.
If you have been a victim of sexual violence, domestic violence, or human trafficking, contact the East Los Angeles Women Center
CRISIS HOTLINE 1-800-585-6231
CONFIDENTIAL BILINGUAL| 24 HOURS 7 DAYS or visit
www.elawc.org for 24/7 chat option
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Produced by:
Natalie Sanchez
Jazmin Rojano
Elia Silveyra
Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
lafan.orgfacebook.com/LAFAN1Instagram; @lafamilyaidsnetwork
HIV data obtained at cdc.gov/hivTo find HIV testing, treatment, and other resources visit https://locator.hiv.gov/
This podcast is brought to you by the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
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