Join us for this 2-day event designed with unique aspects for engagement and solid learning objectives! Concurrent breakout sessions will explore understanding of the mental and physical impact and prevalence of dating violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, warning signs, how to respond and disclose as a victim or bystander, and prevention strategies. Speakers include presenters from: Boulder County District Attorney’s office; Break the Cycle; Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CCASA); Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking;… Continue Reading Safe Shelter of St. Vrain Valley Safe Shelter Symposium on Domestic Violence: Dating Abuse & Sexual Assault

In this two-hour in person training, attendees will be provided with a general overview of how the Colorado Address Confidentiality Program works and how ACP services can strengthen a survivor’s safety plan. Those who wish to become registered Application Assistants can complete the process at the end of the presentation.  

Have you been hearing about asylum seekers in the news lately? Have you wondered how an asylee is different from other types of immigrants? The Asylee Outreach Project is a collaboration between the Colorado Refugee Services Program, African Community Center, Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains, and the International Rescue Committee to identify gaps in communication and service access. The Asylee Outreach Project presentation for service providers aims to share information about who asylees are, the… Continue Reading Webinar: The Asylee Outreach Project

All October, join Safe Shelter of St. Vrain Valley's Legacy Campaign, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month How businesses and individuals can support Safe Shelter: Donate securely on line or by check Donate a portion of proceeds from your business’ product(s) or service(s) Display awareness brochures/poster in your businesses’ window Promote our work and your support on social media Learn more at our Legacy Campaign page on our website!

Rise Above Violence's 5th Annual Art Above Violence Event Bringing Help, Hope and Healing to Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault through the Arts Saturday, October 10th • 6pm Virtual Show will be Live-Streamed to a private YouTube Channel Individual Show Ticket - $15 Couple Show Ticket - $25 Large Family/Small Group Ticket - $50 Purchase tickets here. For more information, visit their website.

Colorado-Specific Research on Child Custody Evaluators October 13 at noon (MST) Little is known about Colorado child custody evaluations and the professionals who complete them. Almost no public data can be located regarding evaluator backgrounds, how many custody evaluations occur in Colorado every year, and how many involve allegations of intimate partner violence (IPV). Effectively assessing IPV in child custody disputes is critical to ensure decision-making abilities and parenting time orders are ultimately in the… Continue Reading Violence Free Colorado October Brown Bag

This workshop will discuss why culturally specific services for black women survivors of gender-based violence are needed. Ms. Brown will describe how to go about developing programing that effectively addresses the negative impact on black women who sit at the problematic intersection of gender-based violence, race/ethnicity, and social-economic status. A history of black women’s experience of violence in the U.S., contemporary concerns of survivors, and cultural responsiveness will be examined. Click here to register.

Scammers and identity thieves are taking full advantage of the many pandemic related issues to prey on citizens. While they do target certain populations, like older adults, these are equal opportunity criminals, and anyone could be at risk. This presentation will review some of the most common scams and methods used to steal people's money and identities, as well as some of the ways the criminals are exploiting the pandemic for their gain. We will… Continue Reading COVA Webinar: Pandemic and Predators

March 3, 2021 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM   Many Stars - One Universe Knowledge  Action  Change   Please join us for Champions for Change, a VIRTUAL event celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Center on Domestic Violence.   2021 CHAMPIONS Michael Bolton Grammy award-winning performer, songwriter, recording artist, Michael Bolton Charities V ( formerly Eve Ensler) Tony award-winning playwright, performer, activist, Author, “The Vagina Monologues” and “V-Day” Founder   Register here   University of… Continue Reading Champions for Change: Many Stars – One Universe VIRTUAL gala