April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). During SAAM, activists from around the country and Colorado seek to raise awareness about sexual violence and educate communities on how to prevent it. Sexual violence is one of many tactics used by perpetrators of domestic violence, and nearly 1 in 10 women has been raped by an intimate partner in her lifetime. How will you raise awareness? Looking for ideas? Check out Violence Free Colorado’s SAAM Calendar

Register now! The premier Colorado conference addressing sexual and domestic violence. Come learn and be inspired! This conference is immediately relevant for front line advocates, social workers, counselors, school staff, counselors, and Criminal Justice professionals. Date:  June 2 to June 4, 2014 Times:  Mon – Wed! Join us for all 3 days! Location: Vail Marriott Resort and Spa, Vail, CO To Register: www.coloradoadvocacy.org Keywords: Violence Free Colorado Conference

What is a Coalition? Coalitions are organized groups of people who have come together for the purpose of accomplishing a goal that is common to all parties involved. Due to the fluid nature of coalitions, it is possible for individuals, organizations that share a common mission, and other affiliated organizations to participate within a coalition, while still maintaining their own separate identity. A coalition or alliance may be formed to address matters of common concern