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SUMMARY:Expressions Art Show
DESCRIPTION:On April 5\, 2025\, we will host the Expressions Art Show at the Center for the Arts Evergreen. This event commemorates Sexual Assault Awareness Month and pays tribute to the courage of survivors by offering them an opportunity to convey their experiences\, amplify their voices\, and share their stories through their diverse and imaginative artistic expressions. The event serves as a meaningful platform to empower individuals who have experienced abuse or violence and to highlight their strength\, perseverance\, and resilience. \nJoin us in making a difference. If you have a creative spirit we urge you to spend the evening with us in support of survivors of abuse and exploitation as they tell their stories through creativity. \nIf you would like to donate art (all mediums wanted) please email in**@**************cy.org
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/expressions-art-show/
LOCATION:Center For The Arts Evergreen\, 31880 Rocky Village Dr\, Evergreen\, C\, 80439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Circle of Advocacy":MAILTO:info@circleofadvocacy.org
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SUMMARY:Housing & Economic Justice Summit
DESCRIPTION:Violence Free Colorado is bringing advocates across the state of Colorado together with local and national experts for conversations about survivors’ housing and financial stability needs and challenges. The 2025 Housing and Economic Justice Summit will be hosted virtually over 3 days from May 19th-May 21st. This is an opportunity to learn and engage with others about different housing opportunities and protections for survivors of domestic violence and how to best provide financial empowerment support to survivors\, especially those with vulnerable identities. Advocates will leave the summit with practical tools and skills to support survivors in their day to day work and innovative ideas for transforming their work. \nLearn more about the Summit \nAll registrations are subject to approval. You will receive an email once your registration has been approved. \nThis summit is available at no cost to Violence Free Colorado members. If you are interested in membership\, please contact co*************@************co.org for more information.
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/housing-economic-justice-summit/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Free Colorado":MAILTO:info@violencefreeco.org
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SUMMARY:ED Summitt
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to welcome Cathy Cave as this year’s featured speaker! With 35+ years of expertise in trauma-informed leadership and equity-focused systems change\, Cathy offers invaluable insight for leaders in our movement. \nJoin executive directors from across Colorado to learn\, connect\, and lead with purpose. \nRegistration is now open!
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/ed-summitt/
LOCATION:Rose Andom Center\, 1330 Fox Street\, Denver\, Colorado\, 80204
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250610T110000
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SUMMARY:ACRTI Series: From Language Access to Language Justice: Embracing the Intersections in the Transcreation of the Online Course Apoyo a la Comunidad 2ELGBTQIA+
DESCRIPTION:This panel explores the intersections of identity\, language\, and access through the lens of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Latine community. By centering the experiences of queer latine survivors\, panelist will share their journey in the transcreation of the Online Learning Center course Apoyo a la Comunidad 2ELGBTQIA+\, and the challenges they faced while seeking out inclusive and affirming knowledge in a world that often feels out of reach for the 2SLGBQIA+ community. \n  \nPanelist will delve into the nuances of language and what it means to go from language access to language justice by unpacking the challenges of the what is the language being used and why/how it was chosen\, the lack of information around the Two-Spirit identity in the latine community and for Spanish speaking individuals\, as well as socio-cultural and intersectional factors that shape how service providers connect with survivors.   This discussion will also be rooted in accessibility for individuals with learning disabilities by honoring all bodies and experiences. \n  \nNote: This panel will be in Spanish. English interpretation will be provided. \n  \nPanelist: \nMiranda Encina (They/them/theirs\, She/her/hers) – Culturally Responsive Training and Technical Assistance Manager\, Violence Free Colorado \nAshley Méndez Ruiz (She/Her/Ella) – Language Justice Specialist\, Violence Free Colorado \nKevin Vélez Negrón (He/Him/El) – Transcreator and Content Expert \n  \n  \nEste panel explora las intersecciones de la identidad\, el lenguaje y el acceso\, a través de la perspectiva de la comunidad latina 2SLGBTQIA+. Centrándose en las experiencias de les supervivientes queer latines\, les panelistas compartirán su recorrido en la transcreación del curso del Centro de Aprendizaje Online Apoyo a la Comunidad 2ELGBTQIA+\, y los retos a los que se enfrentaron mientras buscaban un conocimiento inclusivo y afirmativo en un mundo que a menudo se siente fuera del alcance de la comunidad 2SLGBTQIA+. \n  \nLes panelistas profundizarán en los matices del lenguaje y en lo que significa pasar del acceso lingüístico a la justicia lingüística\, abordando los retos de cuál es el lenguaje que se utiliza y por qué/cómo se eligió\, la falta de información sobre la identidad de dos espíritus en la comunidad latina y para las personas de habla hispana\, así como los factores socioculturales e interseccionales que determinan la forma en que les proveedores de servicios se conectan con les supervivientes.   Esta discusión también estará basada en la accesibilidad para las personas con diversidad funcional honrando todos los cuerpos y experiencias. \n  \nNota: Este panel será en español. Habrá interpretación al inglés. \n  \nPanelistas: \nMiranda Encina (They/them/theirs\, She/her/hers) – Culturally Responsive Training and Technical Assistance Manager\, Violence Free Colorado \nAshley Méndez Ruiz (She/Her/Ella) – Language Justice Specialist\, Violence Free Colorado \nKevin Vélez Negrón (He/Him/El) – Transcreator and Content Expert
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/acrti-series-from-language-access-to-language-justice-embracing-the-intersections-in-the-transcreation-of-the-online-course-apoyo-a-la-comunidad-2elgbtqia/
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SUMMARY:How Trafficking Presents in Intimate Partner Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Join the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking in collaboration with Violence Free Colorado for a critical and action-oriented training on the intersections between human trafficking and interpersonal and domestic violence across Colorado. Survivors often experience overlapping forms of abuse\, including coercion\, isolation\, economic control\, and threats to safety\, which can make trafficking difficult to identify within traditional domestic violence frameworks. This session will help participants recognize how traffickers use many of the same tactics as abusive partners\, including manipulation of housing\, finances\, immigration status\, substance use\, and family relationships to maintain control. Grounded in Colorado based data\, real case examples\, and survivor informed insights\, this training will equip advocates\, service providers\, and community partners to more confidently identify red flags\, respond to complex safety concerns\, and support survivors whose experiences do not neatly fit into one category of harm. We will explore risk factors for both adults and youth\, considerations for marginalized and underserved communities\, and strategies to strengthen coordinated community responses. \nParticipants will leave with enhanced tools to screen for trafficking within domestic violence settings\, offer trauma responsive and culturally relevant support\, and collaborate with partners across systems to promote survivor safety and autonomy.
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/how-trafficking-presents-in-intimate-partner-relationships/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,VFC Event
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UID:10000318-1770201000-1770206400@violencefreecolorado.org
SUMMARY:Stalking Awareness Series : Know More\, Do More: Recognizing and Responding to Stalking
DESCRIPTION:Stalking is a prevalent\, dangerous\, and often misunderstood crime. This session explores the dynamics of stalking\, focusing on the highly contextual nature of the crime by discussing common tactics used by perpetrators and the co-occurrence of stalking with domestic and sexual violence\, as well as tools to plan for victim safety and hold offenders accountable. \nObjective \nBy the end of this presentation\, participants will be better able to: \n\nIdentify stalking behaviors and dynamics\nRecognize the intersection of stalking with other crimes\nApply strategies for working with victims of stalking
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/stalking-awareness-series-know-more-do-more-recognizing-and-responding-to-stalking/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,VFC Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260211T120000
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CREATED:20260114T015326Z
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UID:10000319-1770805800-1770811200@violencefreecolorado.org
SUMMARY:Stalking Awareness Series : Stalking 2.0: The Use of Technology to Stalk
DESCRIPTION:Stalkers are creative criminals who use – and misuse – a variety of technologies to locate\, monitor\, contact\, and otherwise scare their victims. While helping survivors navigate technology-facilitated stalking can seem intimidating\, the reality is that many stalkers leverage common and easy-to-use applications and devices. This session provides concrete strategies to help responders identify technologies being used to facilitate stalking\, safety plan with survivors\, and preserve evidence. \nObjectives \nBy the end of this presentation\, participants will be better able to: \n\nIdentify common technologies misused by perpetrators\nApply strategies to document stalking and preserve technological evidence\nConsider tools for enhancing victim safety
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/stalking-awareness-series-stalking-2-0-the-use-of-technology-to-stalk/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,VFC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260218T103000
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UID:10000320-1771410600-1771416000@violencefreecolorado.org
SUMMARY:Stalking Awareness Series : Risk Assessment in Stalking Cases and Safety Planning with Victims
DESCRIPTION:Stalking is a traumatizing crime that frequently co-occurs with physical violence – including homicide. The Stalking & Harassment Assessment & Risk Profile (SHARP) is a practical tool that provides a clear picture of a stalking situation and its risks. Using a case study example\, this session highlights the SHARP assessment and explores strategies to promote victim safety\, focusing on the diverse tactics stalkers may utilize\, documentation strategies\, and safety options for victims and survivors. \nObjectives \nBy the end of this presentation\, participants will be better able to: \n\nRecognize high-risk times for stalking victims\nAssess danger in stalking cases\nIdentify safety planning strategies for victims of stalking\nConsider tools for enhancing victim safety
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/stalking-awareness-series-risk-assessment-in-stalking-cases-and-safety-planning-with-victims/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,VFC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260225T103000
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CREATED:20260114T015537Z
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UID:10000321-1772015400-1772020800@violencefreecolorado.org
SUMMARY:Stalking Awareness Series : Stalking and Adolescents
DESCRIPTION:Stalking is a criminal\, traumatic\, and dangerous victimization that impacts people of all ages\, and research suggests that adolescents experience even higher rates of stalking victimization than adults do. This session focuses on how stalking impacts teens\, exploring the dynamics and contextual nature of stalking; considering the diversity of stalking behaviors; highlighting the intersections of stalking with bullying\, teen dating violence\, and sexual violence; and offering strategies to better recognize and respond to victims and survivors. \nObjectives \nBy the end of this presentation\, participants will be better able to: \n\nIdentify stalking behaviors and dynamics\, specifically among adolescents\nRecognize the intersection of stalking with other crimes\nApply strategies for working with victims of stalking
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/stalking-awareness-series-stalking-and-adolescents/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,VFC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260311T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260311T143000
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SUMMARY:Intersections of Disability and Abuse
DESCRIPTION:This webinar\, presented by the initiative\, will discuss the intersections of disability and partner abuse. \n  \nIf you are interested in becoming a member to get access to webinars and tailored technical assistance please contact in**@************co.org or visit or membership page at https://violencefreecolorado.org/get-involved/become-a-member/
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/intersections-of-disability-and-abuse/
CATEGORIES:Open to All- pending approval,VFC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260318T110000
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SUMMARY:An Introduction To Wealth and Income Inequality
DESCRIPTION:Join staff from Violence Free Colorado for an interactive walkthrough of our Introduction to Wealth and Income Inequality guide. This webinar will explore why understanding wealth and income inequality is critical to advocates’ day-to-day work with survivors of domestic violence.  Participants will be guided through the core components of the resource and gain practical\, actionable strategies to support survivors’ financial empowerment and long-term economic stability. Whether you are new to these concepts or looking to deepen your practice\, this session will provide tools you can immediately apply in your advocacy work. \nThe last 15 minutes of the webinar will be reserved for Q&A. \nPlease request language access accommodations by 3/4.
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/an-introduction-to-wealth-and-income-inequality/
CATEGORIES:Open to All- pending approval
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260325T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T170743
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Advocacy for Deaf Survivors
DESCRIPTION:This Training addresses why these survivors are 1.5 times more likely to experience abuse and the barriers that hinder support. Participants learn practical interaction tips\, legal ADA obligations\, and the importance of certified interpreters. The goal is to help organizations move from reactive to proactive support through accessible policies and specialized technology. \n  \nAbout the Presenter: \nMarja (she/her) was born in South Korea and was adopted to the United States as a young baby. Throughout her upbringing\, growing up in a predominantly white community as a Person of Color (POC) and as a Deaf person\, she has developed a vast cultural understanding of intersectionality barriers as a POC and a Deaf person. With the lived experience and deep understanding of her intersectionality\, she moved to New York and Colorado to advance her higher education and career to work in the social services field. Marja brings 18 years of expertise of working in the behavioral health space in various roles of direct advocacy\, consultation\, training and committee work and served on a couple of boards as a Vice President and Secretary. Her strong background in consultation and training work has led Marja in serving on several task force groups for the State of Colorado and helped design the blueprint of Colorado Behavioral Health Reform to ensure accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing behavioral health services in Colorado. \nOutside of work\, you will find Marja cooking or baking\, taking her dogs out on a walk\, reading a good book on her Kindle\, snowboarding in the winter\, paddleboarding and camping in the summertime. She is also a foodie and enjoys great food.
URL:https://violencefreecolorado.org/events/trauma-informed-advocacy-for-deaf-survivors/
CATEGORIES:Open to All- pending approval
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