Join SOL's Lynne Sprague as she discusses: Advocates of community-based alternative to violence assume that the relationships, families and communities in which violence occurs are also the very locations for long-term change and transformation. We know that friends, family, and community know most intimately the conditions that lead to violence as well as the values and strengths which can lead to its transformation. Knowing that involvement in the criminal justice system can be more harmful… Continue Reading Brown Bag: CREATING ALTERNATIVES TO THE CRIMINAL/LEGAL SYSTEM THROUGH COMMUNITY-BASED RESPONSES TO VIOLENCE
Violence Free Colorado is pleased to announce an intensive, two-day Expert Witness Training by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA) for rural advocates September, 15th and 16th, 2016 Denver, Colorado WHO SHOULD ATTEND: If you have been an advocate for at least 5 years, currently work in a rural community based Violence Free Colorado member program, and are interested in an intensive hands-on, interactive training this is a training opportunity… Continue Reading NITA Expert Witness Training (sponsored by Violence Free Colorado)
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Safe Shelter of St. Vrain Valley and LEVI (Longmont Ending Violence Initiative) will be co-hosting the 3rd Annual Race Against Domestic Violence 5K Run/Walk. Proceeds from this annual, all-ages family event will benefit victims of domestic violence and their families. Entry fees will include snacks and a handsome t-shirt to commemorate your participation. Join us for a morning of fun while making a difference in the community. Registration, Race… Continue Reading 5K Race Against Domestic Violence