Get the Word Out

Creating a safe, diverse and socially equal border community for all

OUR MISSION

The mission of Get the Word Out is to provide the LGBT* community with effective and responsible anti-violence support while promoting social acceptance of LGBT people on the Texas-Mexico border.

 *LGBT = Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender (See Who We Serve page)

OUR ISSUES

We address the issues of violence that impact the LGBT communities of El Paso and Ciudad Juarez.  These issues include the following:

  • Harassment and bullying of LGBT Youth in Schools
  • Intimate partner violence in LGBT Relationships
  • Hate crimes based on sexual Orientation and gender identity
  • Commercial sexual exploitation & human trafficking

WHO ARE WE

Sam Aguilera

Project Organizer - Community Educator - Victim Advocate

Sam is a classroom teacher of 13 years and holds a B.A. from Angelo State University.

Cesar Campa

Project Partner - Communications & Marketing Specialist

Cesar is a Creative Marketing Specialist for a major communications corporation.

HOW TO CONTACT US

Through our network of partnerships, we provide services at different locations. Please email or call the Project Organizer to find where services are nearest you:

 Sam Aguilera

(915) 626-5292

Our business office is located at Frontera's Women's FoundationPlease call in advance to set up an appointment.

501 North Kansas, Suite 203
El Paso, TX 79901