Who are we?

Julia House

Casa Protegida Julia de Burgos, Inc. (Casa Julia) is the first shelter for women survivors of domestic violence that was established in Puerto Rico in 1979. Since its founding, Casa Julia has played an important role in protecting and assisting victims of domestic violence. It has taken on the task of developing escape, safety and contingency plans, creating safe spaces for the placement of mothers and their children who are being stalked by the aggressor, at imminent risk of physical and psychological harm and worse, wandering.

Through shelter, guidance and counselling services, participants are guided through a process of empowerment whereby they recognise their potential to take control of their lives and live a life free from violence.

Today we have two additional centres in the municipalities of Ponce and Aguadilla. Both centres offer outpatient services for women who for some reason cannot be housed.

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Values that guide the work we do

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Why Julia de Burgos?

Julia de Burgos was a pioneer in the feminist movement of the 1940s and 1950s. The first modern woman. She lived and died passionately. Julia de Burgos's work is characterised by its unique strength, which stems from her passionate romanticism that leads her to develop nature and love in a mystical and metaphysical way.

💡 Information on Law 54

What is domestic violence under Law 54?

+ The use of physical force, psychological violence, intimidation or persecution against a partner for the purpose of causing physical or emotional harm to the partner's person, loved ones or property.

How does Law 54 define a couple?

+ Is a spouse, former spouse, a person with whom one cohabits or has cohabited, a person with whom one has or has had a consensual relationship or a person with whom one has procreated a child.

What remedies does Law 54 provide? 

+ The law provides two remedies, one civil and one criminal. These apply to any victim or survivor of domestic violence, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

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