Latina Abuse - Amelia.17 File

Perhaps the most devastating aspect of Amelia's case is the failure of the very institutions meant to protect her: the courts, the police, and the mental health system.

Furthermore, the perpetuation of negative stereotypes and cultural norms that perpetuate violence and abuse against Latina women and girls must be addressed. The fetishization and objectification of Latina women and girls, as well as the normalization of violence and abuse, contribute to a culture that allows these crimes to continue unchecked. Latina Abuse - Amelia.17