Created in partnership with the Denver Broncos, NFL football player Derek McCoy’s “True Man” Program is designed to challenge boys and men to become allies in the prevention of gender-based violence through a team framework. McCoy steps into the theater to discuss—and challenge—our notions of power and privilege, and the dangerous rigidity of masculinity. Speaker Derek McCoy, Former NFL and University of Colorado Player

Stevi Gray, Violence Free Colorado Housing Program Manager will be joined by Lindsay Christopher with SPAN, Claudia Hurtado-Myers with Bright Future Foundation, and Leslie Sparks with Hilltop. They are all advocates working on the Housing for Crime Victims Special Project and together they will share lessons they have learned, some of the successes they have experienced, and challenges they have faced in providing long-term housing options. In addition, tips on how to utilize VOCA funds… Continue Reading Brown Bag Webinar Series: Long Term Housing- Successes, Challenged, and Tips

Please join Philanthropy Field Trips for Family Volunteer Day on Saturday, November 18th for a day of giving. This is a great way to start off the holidays while benefiting your community and having fun! We are partnering with History Colorado, and all participants will receive FREE access to the museum, which has amazing exhibits, including El Movimiento: the Chicano Movement in Colorado. Some of the things we will be doing: Creating key chains for families going from shelters into… Continue Reading Family Volunteer Day

Hear their stories. In Michael Yates Crowley’s …Sabine Women, the central character—Grace B. Matthias—is raped. Who would she have become had Crowley written a third act of the play? In this conversation, listen to the empowering stories of survivors of domestic violence and how their truth shapes our culture today. Panelists Nanette Chezum, Domestic Abuse Survivor, Advocate & Educator and Founder of The Courage Corner Tracy Malone, Domestic Abuse Survivor Tracey Tatro Swindle, Sexual Assault Nurse… Continue Reading Survivors Speak: The Voices Influencing the Justice System

This webinar will provide an introductory overview of the criminal justice system from the time a crime is reported to law enforcement through the post-sentencing phase of a case. The presentation will introduce attendees to terms used within the criminal justice system. Attendees will gain a better understanding of the different directions a case can take during the investigation and prosecution of a case. There will also be an overview of the different sentencing options… Continue Reading Criminal Justice 101 Webinar

The Community Outreach and Resource Engagement Division of Denver Human Services works with community partners to increase access to assistance, benefits, nutrition and other wellness services.This Navigator Training will teach advocates and providers about the resources available and how to help those they serve apply for assistance. This Navigator training will cover the following: Resource Packet SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Application Program) • Basic eligibility for Cash and Medicaid programs (ACA) • LEAP –energy assistance program… Continue Reading Denver Human Services Navigator Training for Community Partners

Support Violence Free Colorado with a tax deductible donation today! Colorado Gives Day. It’s more than just a day. It’s a movement that inspires and unites thousands of donors to give where they live and support Colorado nonprofits.

Join us for an overview of the legislative issues affecting crime victims that are on the horizon for the 2018 Session of the Colorado General Assembly, which commences on January 10th. This webinar will also cover how a bill becomes a law and offer tips on how to be an effective advocate in the legislative arena. We’ll discuss how we can both exercise our right to be involved in the legislative process AND stay within… Continue Reading COVA Public Policy Updates Webinar

Victims and perpetrators of violence are at increased risk for suicide and suicidal ideation among many other public health concerns, one of the most tragic outcomes being murder-suicide. However, in most programs (e.g. law enforcement training, social work and counseling education, and advocate training) suicide is almost never addressed in ways that provide people working with victims and offenders the tools or skills to access help and connect others to care. This training will prepare… Continue Reading Suicide and Victim Services