Resources for Language Access
This is a collection of resources to help professionals understand the importance of language access, how to work with survivors with Limited English Proficiency, and resources in New Mexico for connecting with interpreters.
Minors’ Consent for Health Care Services in New Mexico
Under HIPAA, a parent/guardian generally has access to their child’s medical records. However, an exception is made if the minor consents to care that does not require parental/guardian consent under state law. Most providers take the position that if the minor can consent for the service, then they have the right to confidentiality and control access to and disclosure of medical records for those services. This resource provides New Mexico Statutes Annotated around minors’ consent for health care services.
Polyvagal Theory Chart of Trauma Response
Created by Southwest Trauma Training, this chart outlines the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous system and the role they play in trauma responses.
Coalition Connect: Supporting Previously Incarcerated Survivors
“Stacy Burleson, the Executive Director of Women in Leadership, will present on how to better support previously incarcerated survivors and some of the resources available to them. Women in Leadership is an organization that aims to uplift, empower, and inspire women to develop self-advocacy skills in order to become leaders through personal and professional growth by providing access to leadership development and educational opportunities.
Recorded on February 28th, 2024”
Coalition Connect: Supporting Autistic Survivors of Sexual Assault
“Jessie Calero is an autistic woman, nonprofit professional, anti-ableism advocate, and freelance writer. In this presentation, she will explore basic information about autism, the intersections between disability and sexual assault, and strategies for providing trauma-informed support to autistic community members and survivors.
Recorded on May 22nd, 2024”
Coalition Connect: Importance of Language Access Planning
“This session will be addressing language access, broadly, and will also focus on: Title VI language access requirements, the importance of trauma informed meaningful access and how to effectively communicate with clients with limited-English proficiency.
Recorded on July 24th, 2024”
Coalition Connect: NMSA Helpline
“This month, NMSA Helpline co directors Sonya Romero and Abbey Boynton are presenting on the new Statewide Helpline. They will outline what you need to know about the NMSA Helpline including what services it provides, how it can support your work, and answers to any questions you might have!
Recorded on October 23rd, 2024”
Coalition Connect: The Landscape of Ableism and Disability Justice
“Presenter Jenny Bartos will provide an introduction to ableism and disability justice through exploring historical context and contemporary examples. Advocates will better understand the ways ableism results in structural, interpersonal, and internal violence and will have the space to discuss where we see ableism in our daily lives.
Recorded on August 20th, 2025”
Coalition Connect: Beyond Accessibility: Rethinking Design, Power, and Belonging (ESP)
“Jenny Bartos joins us for another presentation on disability justice. Unlearning ableism is more than asking “”how do we treat people with disabilities better?”. It requires examining how we define value, independence, productivity, and safety. This training is a chance to have honest conversations about how ableist assumptions show up in our workplaces, homes, and communities.
Recorded on March 25th, 2026”
Coalition Connect: Beyond Accessibility: Rethinking Design, Power, and Belonging
“Jenny Bartos joins us for another presentation on disability justice. Unlearning ableism is more than asking “”how do we treat people with disabilities better?”. It requires examining how we define value, independence, productivity, and safety. This training is a chance to have honest conversations about how ableist assumptions show up in our workplaces, homes, and communities.
Recorded on March 25th, 2026”