by Natalia Baltazar | Jan 31, 2026 | Empower Yolo News
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM)—a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness about teen dating violence, promoting healthy relationships, and providing prevention education. Throughout the month, Empower Yolo’s youth programs lead...
by Natalia Baltazar | Jan 4, 2026 | Empower Yolo News
By: Celina Alveraz Human trafficking is not a distant issue – it is present in Yolo County and affects individuals across our cities, towns, and rural areas. While trafficking is often associated with large metropolitan regions, smaller counties like ours face unique...
by Natalia Baltazar | Dec 5, 2025 | Empower Yolo News
They say it “takes a village” to raise a child—a collective effort of parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, counselors, friends, and neighbors, all working together to guide and nurture the next generation. At Empower Yolo, we see that truth every day. But during...
by Natalia Baltazar | Nov 2, 2025 | Empower Yolo News
This November, as we observe Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (November 17–24) and prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, let us reflect on the many families and neighbors in our community who are struggling with food and housing insecurity. Empower Yolo invites you...
by Natalia Baltazar | Oct 1, 2025 | Empower Yolo News
This October, as we recognize both Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and National Bullying Prevention Month, Empower Yolo launches its 11th Annual Paint Yolo Purple (purple representing Domestic Violence Awareness) campaign—a month of action dedicated to...