Sometimes the most powerful moments happen quietly. 💜
While a mother spoke through tears, her little girl sat beside her with crayons — drawing the person helping her mom find safety and hope. That small act captured what JAMLAC’s work is truly about: turning compassion into action and restoring dignity, one family at a time.
When Aide Salazar Zetina, JAMLAC’s Resources & Partnership Liaison, met a mother and her 6-year-old daughter for the first time, it was clear this was more than a routine intake. The mother was overwhelmed — struggling to pay rent, facing possible eviction, surviving intimate partner violence, and navigating the complex process of applying for a U-Visa. As she spoke, tears filled her eyes — a reflection of exhaustion, fear, and hope all at once.
Aide listened patiently, holding space for her pain and strength. She began connecting the family to housing resources, therapy, and community partners — making sure every door possible opened for them.
While the mom spoke through tears, her little girl sat quietly at the table with a few crayons. Without saying a word, she began to draw. When she finished, she proudly handed Aide a picture — a bright sketch of her mom’s helper.
In that small act, Aide saw the true meaning of her work. This little girl wasn’t just drawing a person — she was capturing a moment of safety, kindness, and hope.
At JAMLAC, we believe justice is more than legal representation — it’s a holistic approach that brings healing, dignity, and humanity to every family we serve. And for Aide, that simple drawing will forever be a reminder that sometimes, even the smallest gestures show the greatest impact.