Latinos Ending Abuse Program (LEAP)

The Latinos Ending Abuse Program (LEAP) helps Latino adults to learn and apply skills to end violent behavior in their relationships, families, and communities.

Participants in LEAP receive education and support that address cultural perspectives and factors surrounding patterns of violence and abuse. This program acknowledges the importance of targeting the causes of abuse while providing education and tools to promote non-violent behaviors. The program has been very successful in providing adult offenders with the tools to develop healthy relationships.

Topics presented in the Latinos Ending Abuse Program include:

  • Program Philosophy
  • Family Origins
  • Effects of Violence of Children and Family Unit
  • Non-Abusive Communication Styles
  • Relationships and Intimacy
  • Anger and Personal Choice: Trigger and Cues
  • Defining Abuse
  • Gender Role and Stereotyping
  • Most Violent Incident
  • Ending Threats and Controlling Behavior
  • Shame and Responsibility
  • Self-Control Plan
  • Alcohol and Drug Abuse
  • Maintenance Plan: Tools for Non-Violence