Daly City Launches “Speak Up” with CORA to Combat Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Abuse

As part of the City of Daly City's initiatives to combat Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Abuse, the City has partnered with the non-profit partner Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA) to offer Speak Up, a program that will educate the community on the signs of abuse.

"Daly City has unfortunately experienced the loss of community members due to domestic violence and intimate partner abuse, so it is important that we educate our community about how to offer domestic violence victims a safe path to seek help," said Mayor Juslyn C. Manalo. "Following the tragic murder of Frances Lucero in front of her two young children by her intimate partner in March 2023, I have worked closely with her mother, Liezel Chan Lucero, to spread awareness about domestic violence and seek resources for assistance that can be shared with the community. Resources, such as Speak Up, will educate and equip community members to help those in need, in hopes that no family has to experience the loss of a loved one due to intimate partner abuse."

Speak Up includes a free 15-minute in-person or virtual training that will provide Daly City businesses and organizations an understanding of Intimate Partner Abuse, how to spot red flags, and what to say to someone they fear might be in an abusive situation.

"Many victims of domestic violence suffer in silence, too afraid or ashamed to speak up-this is where we, as a community, need to step up and make a change," said Liezel Chan Lucero. "By speaking up, we show our support for the victims, we break the cycle of abuse, and we hold abusers accountable for their actions. I urge you all, if you see something, say something. Use your voice to speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves. Together, let us create a society where domestic violence has no place, and where everyone feels safe and respected in their own homes."

Speak Up has been funded by the City of Daly City so that it may be offered at no cost to the Daly City community.

CORA will be conducting outreach and education in Daly City during the months of July and August 2024.