Beatriz came to the United States from El Salvador seeking safety and a better life for her children. She fled gang violence with the hope of creating a peaceful, stable home where her children could thrive. But without immigration status, she faced many obstacles—and soon found herself in a violent relationship with the father of her two children.

After a particularly violent confrontation, Beatriz made the brave decision to call the police. That call changed the course of her life. She was able to leave the abusive relationship and found safety at Mosaic House, where she and her children began to heal.

While staying at the shelter, Beatriz met with an immigration attorney from Mosaic’s legal team. For the first time, she learned about her rights and options under U.S. law. Together, they decided to apply for a U Visa, a form of immigration relief for survivors of serious crimes like domestic violence. Beatriz knew this could be her chance at a new beginning—a future built on safety, dignity, and belonging.

Years later, Beatriz faced another dangerous situation. A boyfriend showed up at her home intoxicated and became aggressive. Though she was the one being threatened and harmed, Beatriz was arrested. The police never asked for her side of the story. Instead, she was taken away in handcuffs after being questioned about her immigration status. It was a traumatic experience that left her feeling voiceless and afraid.

Though the charges were dropped and Beatriz was cleared of any wrongdoing, the arrest became a red flag in her immigration case. In this case, she was wrongly arrested due to prejudice against her lack of immigration status. But with the help of her attorney at Mosaic, Beatriz wrote a powerful personal statement explaining the abuse and injustice she endured. She shared her truth—and her resilience.

Thanks to her courage and the dedicated support from Mosaic, Beatriz’s U Visa was approved. She is now in the process of becoming a Legal Permanent Resident. Today, she continues to build a safe and stable life for her children, filled with hope and opportunity.