Violence Free Colorado

Webinar: Serving and Supporting LGBTQ+ Survivors of Domestic Violence
2023-10-25 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | Colorado
Serving and Supporting LGBTQ+ Survivors of Domestic Violence
This 1.5 hour interactive workshop is designed to equip domestic violence service providers with essential information on the unique and specific experiences of LGBTQ survivors of IPV. Participants will leave with increased knowledge on core best practices for providing culturally responsive services to LGBTQ individuals and tools and strategies for reducing barriers and providing intentional support around unique challenges that LGBTQ survivors face.

Details:
Tuesday October 25th: 11 am MT (10am-11:30am PST or 1pm-2:30pm EST)

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/serving-supporting-lgbtq-survivors-of-ipv-core-training-tickets-431871247527

We hope to see you there!

— The National LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence
https://lgbtqipvinstitute.org/

Cake and Conversation with Kingdom Builder's Family Life Center
2023-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Satellite Hotel 2nd Floor C Wing, 411 Lakewood Circle #C201, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80910
Join Kingdom Builder’s Family Life Center each Tuesday in October from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. for Cake and Conversation!
Dates: Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25
We will give a tour, meet staff, and get information on how you can join the fight in ending domestic violence.

Noche de Baile, hosted by Latina SafeHouse
2023-10-26 19:00 - 22:30 (America/Denver) | Raices Brewing Company, 2060 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO, 80204
Latina SafeHouse presents:
Noche De Baile
A multi-cultural dance festival for the benefit of domestic violence survivors.
“Noche de Baile is going to be an amazing night filled with music, dancing, and good vibes! Join us at Raices Brewing Company located on West Colfax Avenue in Denver, CO, USA. Get ready for some incredible performances featuring Colorado based dance groups. This in-person event promises to be a memorable experience, bringing together dance enthusiasts from all around. You’ll also be raising funds and contributing to domestic violence awareness! All proceeds will go to Latina SafeHouse, a local nonprofit organization that serves bilingual and culturally sensitive survivors of domestic violence. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have a fantastic time with friends, old and new. So mark your calendars and get ready to dance the night away at Noche de Baile!”

Trunk or Treat: Honoring Domestic Violence Awareness Month
2023-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Pete Mirelez Human Services Center, 11860 N Pecos St, Westminster, CO, 80234, United States
In Honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the VISTAS Program at Servicios De La Raza invites you to their annual TRUNK OR TREAT!
“Join us for this event and resource fair with resources for victims of domestic violence and their children to have a safe space for trick or treating and resources available to them on the spot.
Oct 28th
10 am-2 pm
11860 N Pecos St. Westminster, CO 80234

*If you want to participate in this community event, contact us: Ai****@***************za.org or Jo****@***************za.org or call our office 303.458.5851

¡En honor al Mes de Concientización sobre la Violencia Doméstica, nuestro Programa VISTAS te invita a nuestro evento anual de DULCE O TRAVESURA!
Comparte con nosotros en este evento y feria de recursos. Tendremos recursos para que las víctimas de violencia doméstica y sus hij@s. Sera un espacio seguro para pedir dulces y abran recursos disponibles en el momento.
28 de octubre
10 a. m. a 2 p. m.
11860 N Pecos St. Westminster, CO 80234
*Si quieres participar en este evento comunitario contáctanos: Ai****@***************za.org o Jo****@***************za.org o llame a nuestra oficina 303.458.5851″

DVAM Walk
2024-10-01 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | Rose Andom Center, 1330 Fox Street, Denver, Colorado, 80204
On Tuesday, October 1st our community will come together in support of survivors of intimate partner violence and in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Starting at the Rose Andom Center, everyone is invited to join survivors, advocates, and community leaders as they march to the City and County Building to bring awareness to the impact that intimate partner violence (often called domestic violence) and elevate the voices of survivors. This walk aims to show that each time our community listens to a survivor, tries to fully understand the impacts, and takes steps to support them, we are one mile closer to a future without domestic violence.
Please join us as we walk one mile closer to hope!

Tribute to Women Gala
2024-10-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Rawlings Library Ryals Room, 100 Abriendo Ave, Pueblo, United States
Mariposa Center for Safety is hosting its 23rd Annual Tribute to Women Gala! This event will honor women in our Pueblo, CO community who promote hope and have contributed their time, efforts and commitment to the betterment of our community. Join us on Friday, October 5, 2024, at 6:00 pm, at Rawling Library Ryals Room (4th Floor). Tickets are $100 per person with the option to sponsor tables at tiered levels. All proceeds will benefit Mariposa Center for Safety programs.

Changing the Narrative Domestic and Sexual Violence Conference 2024
2024-10-09 - 2024-10-11 | Pikes Peak United Way Family Success Center, 1520 Verde Dr,, Colorado Springs,, 80910, United States
Our conference aims to address culturally specific issues surrounding domestic violence, sexual violence, childhood trauma, and systemic challenges affecting BIPOC communities and holistic healing.
As a valued participant, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in discussions, gain insights, and connect with like-minded individuals dedicated to creating positive change.
While the presenter schedule is still in development, early registration ensures your spot at this transformative conference. Registrants will have the opportunity to hand-pick their preferred sessions once the schedule is finalized, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience tailored to their interests and objectives.
Stay tuned for more information regarding full registration details, keynote speakers, and presentation topics. In the meantime, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance. Please reach out to Nohea March, 719.247.8190 or email n.*****@***lc.org.

Indigenous Peoples Day - Solidarity Economy and Climate Justice from Ancestral Knowledge
2024-10-12 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | boulder public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Av., Boulder, C, 80302, United States
Join Luna Cultura to Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day.
At this event, participants will learn about Solidarity Economy and Climate Justice, through art, poetry, music, and collective learning, connecting with ancestral practices focused on social and climate justice. Breakfast and supplies are included until last. This is a family-friendly, inclusive, and sober event.
Date: Saturday, October 12th.
Time: 10:30 am. – 1:30 pm.
Location: Boulder Creek Meeting Room. Boulder Public Library. Main.

Illuminate the Night - Honoring Survivors' Light 2024
2024-10-19 17:30 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | The Curtis Hotel, 1405 Curtis Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States
2024 marks the 40th Anniversary of Project Safeguard. Since 1984, Project Safeguard has provided legal advocacy and attorney services to individuals impacted by gender-based violence.
We invite you and your company to join us on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at The Curtis Hotel in Denver for a 40th anniversary celebration and fundraising event.
The event will feature a brief program recognizing Project Safeguard’s history, a paddle raiser, silent auction, and entertainment. All proceeds from the evening will directly support Project Safeguard
Project Safeguard is a non-profit organization committed to helping end gender-based violence through safety planning, legal advocacy, direct court support and attorney services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

Friends of A Woman's Place Celebrating Women Gala
2024-10-19 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Aims Community College Welcome Center, 4901 West 20th Street, Greeley, CO, C, 80634, United States
Welcome to the Friends of A Woman’s Place Celebrating Women Gala!
Join us for a night of celebration and empowerment as we honor the incredible women in our community. We can’t wait to see you there!

Implementation of ACRTI (Accessible, Culturally Responsive, Trauma-Informed) approaches in domestic violence programs and coalitions.
2024-10-22 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JYQkEaDsSz26k1nNXDihRw#/registration
Join us for an insightful webinar during Domestic Violence Awareness Month as we explore the implementation of ACRTI (Accessible, Culturally Responsive, Trauma-Informed) approaches in domestic violence programs and coalitions.
This discussion will involve panelists from The New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence, Harambe Social Services, and Violence Free Colorado. The webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of ACRTI principles and their crucial role in domestic violence work. We will showcase diverse approaches to integrating ACRTI principles into domestic violence prevention and intervention programs. Our speakers will share their experiences, challenges, and successes in creating more inclusive and effective systems for staff and the community members they support. Through real-world examples, we’ll explore how organizations are implementing ACRTI, adapting it to diverse community needs, and overcoming challenges in the transition process. Our speakers will share strategies for creating more inclusive support systems and discuss the tangible impact of ACRTI on program effectiveness.
Join us to gain valuable insights into how the ACRTI framework is shaping the future of domestic violence support services. This webinar is ideal for advocates, program managers, policymakers, and anyone interested in creating more accessible, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed support systems.

Support our purpose during Colorado Gives Day! 💜
2024-11-01 - 2024-12-10 | Online
On this Colorado Gives Day, your generosity can help create lasting change for survivors of domestic violence and ensure safer communities throughout Colorado. Violence Free Colorado is dedicated to empowering survivors and advocates by providing resources and advocating for policies towards our collective purpose.
Every donation counts! whether it’s $5 or $500, your support makes a long-lasting difference.
Thank you!

DONATE HERE!

Expressions Art Show
2025-04-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Center For The Arts Evergreen, 31880 Rocky Village Dr, Evergreen, C, 80439, United States
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.
Join 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.
If you would like to donate art (all mediums wanted) please email in**@**************cy.org

Housing & Economic Justice Summit
2025-05-19 10:00 - 2025-05-21 14:15 (America/Denver)
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.
Learn more about the Summit
All registrations are subject to approval. You will receive an email once your registration has been approved.
This 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.

ED Summitt
2025-06-05 - 2025-06-06 | Rose Andom Center, 1330 Fox Street, Denver, Colorado, 80204
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.
Join executive directors from across Colorado to learn, connect, and lead with purpose.
Registration is now open!

ACRTI Series: From Language Access to Language Justice: Embracing the Intersections in the Transcreation of the Online Course Apoyo a la Comunidad 2ELGBTQIA+
2025-06-10 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.

Panelist 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.

Note: This panel will be in Spanish. English interpretation will be provided.

Panelist:
Miranda Encina (They/them/theirs, She/her/hers) – Culturally Responsive Training and Technical Assistance Manager, Violence Free Colorado
Ashley Méndez Ruiz (She/Her/Ella) – Language Justice Specialist, Violence Free Colorado
Kevin Vélez Negrón (He/Him/El) – Transcreator and Content Expert

Este 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+.

Les 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.

Nota: Este panel será en español. Habrá interpretación al inglés.

Panelistas:
Miranda Encina (They/them/theirs, She/her/hers) – Culturally Responsive Training and Technical Assistance Manager, Violence Free Colorado
Ashley Méndez Ruiz (She/Her/Ella) – Language Justice Specialist, Violence Free Colorado
Kevin Vélez Negrón (He/Him/El) – Transcreator and Content Expert

How Trafficking Presents in Intimate Partner Relationships
2026-01-28 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.
Participants 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.

Stalking Awareness Series : Know More, Do More: Recognizing and Responding to Stalking
2026-02-04 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.
Objective
By the end of this presentation, participants will be better able to:

Identify stalking behaviors and dynamics
Recognize the intersection of stalking with other crimes
Apply strategies for working with victims of stalking

Stalking Awareness Series : Stalking 2.0: The Use of Technology to Stalk
2026-02-11 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.
Objectives
By the end of this presentation, participants will be better able to:

Identify common technologies misused by perpetrators
Apply strategies to document stalking and preserve technological evidence
Consider tools for enhancing victim safety

Stalking Awareness Series : Risk Assessment in Stalking Cases and Safety Planning with Victims
2026-02-18 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.
Objectives
By the end of this presentation, participants will be better able to:

Recognize high-risk times for stalking victims
Assess danger in stalking cases
Identify safety planning strategies for victims of stalking
Consider tools for enhancing victim safety

Stalking Awareness Series : Stalking and Adolescents
2026-02-25 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.
Objectives
By the end of this presentation, participants will be better able to:

Identify stalking behaviors and dynamics, specifically among adolescents
Recognize the intersection of stalking with other crimes
Apply strategies for working with victims of stalking

Intersections of Disability and Abuse
2026-03-11 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Denver) | Colorado
This webinar, presented by the initiative, will discuss the intersections of disability and partner abuse.

If 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/

An Introduction To Wealth and Income Inequality
2026-03-18 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.
The last 15 minutes of the webinar will be reserved for Q&A.
Please request language access accommodations by 3/4.

Trauma-Informed Advocacy for Deaf Survivors
2026-03-25 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Colorado
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.

About the Presenter:
Marja (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.
Outside 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.
