AOC s announcement is hoped to inspire more survivors to seek help
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and last updated 2021-02-02 21:45:18-05
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas â In an hour and a half Instagram Live, New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez came forward to say sheâs a survivor of sexual assault.
Being a prominent Latina Woman, those that help survivors in south Texas are hoping her courage inspires others.
âThatâs definitely what we want, said Nora Bransom, digital educator for Purple Door Women s Shelter. Thatâs the goal is to get more people to recognize that their trauma is still affecting them. Even if it feels like they should have moved on.â
New Local business raises money for a good cause
Alexis Montalbo
and last updated 2020-12-27 21:12:56-05
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas â One new business in Corpus Christi is already working to raise money for a good cause. Axe Daddy s Throw House has only been open for three months, but on Saturday they teamed up with Nueces Brewing Company for an after-Christmas tournament.
The event, Throws and Ho s, brought together experienced and beginner axe throwers for a double elimination event.
Part of the proceeds from the tournament will be donated to the Purple Door Women s Shelter.
âWell we wanted to give to a women s charity. And especially during this time of year when women are in need and their families are in need of a place to be, a place to go. A place that s safety and sheltering them, anything you can do to contribute to that comfort, that safety level, that structure for them and the kids.that s the most important thing,â said organizer Alicia Carlisle.