When One Woman Rises, We All Do

At SEPA Mujer, all women find support, build leadership, and transform their shared stories into a powerful force for collective change.

What We Do & How You Can Get Involved

Read personal stories, explore our available programs, and learn how you can support our mission

Upcoming Events

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  • 2026 Health Equity Summit: Rising Together

    Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center 200 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY, United States

    A culturally-enhanced conference on the various social determinants of health impacting health care of BIPOC, immigrant, and underserved communities.

What’s Happening at SEPA Mujer

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Justice Begins with Your Voice

SEPA Mujer works toward a world where all immigrant women live free from violence, with the power to decide over their bodies, their lives, and their future. Since 1993, we have supported Latina women in Long Island through legal services, community support, education, and leadership development.

Our commitment is unwavering: to transform fear into collective strength and personal stories into movements for justice. Here, you will find a safe space for yourself, for your rights, and for your voice

Latest from Instagram

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We’re honored to spotlight Dr. Audrey Erazo-Trivino, Associate Commissioner at the New York State Office of Mental Health, leading the Office of Prevention and Health Initiatives. With nearly three decades of experience, Dr. Erazo-Trivino has dedicated her career to advancing mental health services for vulnerable populations across the lifespan. Her work spans direct care and executive leadership across behavioral health, education, child welfare, and community-based services—always grounded in a commitment to equity. Join us to hear her perspective on advancing prevention and mental health equity for all communities. Link in bio.
We’re proud to spotlight Lori Andrade, Executive Vice President at the Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI), and a longtime leader in advancing systemic change across Long Island’s nonprofit sector. With over 20 years of experience, Lori has worked with leading regional organizations to strengthen advocacy, expand programming, and build strategic partnerships. At HWCLI, she plays a key role in organizational leadership, overseeing advocacy initiatives, managing funder relationships, and guiding strategic planning efforts. Join us to hear her perspective on driving impact through collaboration and policy. Link in bio.
From Capitol Hill to national advocacy spaces, Luz Castro has dedicated her career to advancing economic and immigration justice. We’re proud to spotlight Luz Castro, who will be joining us from California for our upcoming panel on Policy Changes and Social Safety Nets. Luz is a policy advocate advancing worker justice, financial equity, and access to capital for small businesses and immigrant communities. With experience in Congress and as a federal policy leader at the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), she has been at the forefront of shaping immigration and economic justice policy. Her work is grounded in coalition building and expanding opportunity for underserved communities. Join us to hear her perspective. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981454694330?aff=oddtdtcreator

Do you need help or feel unsafe?

We’re here for you. SEPA Mujer offers confidential support, legal resources, and a safe space, in your language and on your terms. You are not alone.

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When you donate, you help protect immigrant women from violence and injustice. Your gift expands access to legal services, education, and leadership opportunities across Long Island.