Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault

Reporting sexual assault is your choice, and there are various options available in Colorado: 🚔 Report to the police 🏥 Medical reporting: Report to medical providers without a police investigation 👤 Anonymous reporting: Seek medical help while remaining anonymous to law enforcement You're not alone, and support is always available. This Colorado Gives Day, your donation can help CCASA continue providing critical resources to empower survivors and ensure they can access the support they need. Visit You Have The Right CO to learn more—and don’t forget to donate before December 10th! https://lnkd.in/dChXdkiS 💙 #SurvivorSupport #YourVoiceMatters #ColoradoGivesDay #YouHaveTheRightCO

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), decades of conflict have led to a heartbreaking surge in sexual violence, with over 90,000 assaults reported in 2023. Women in displaced persons camps face daily threats, even while performing essential tasks like fetching water or firewood. The recent withdrawal of U.N. peacekeepers has left a dangerous protection gap, further endangering vulnerable communities. Despite these challenges, grassroots efforts bring hope—organizing safer activities, providing flashlights, and offering job training to help women protect themselves. Survivors and advocates show incredible resilience, striving for safety and dignity for all. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gk4QPvXy

CCASA provides leadership, advocacy, and support to address and prevent sexual violence. This Colorado Gives Day, your donation can help us continue this vital work and expand our reach to support survivors and create safer communities. Join us in making a difference—donate before December 10th to help us build a future free from sexual violence! 💙 https://lnkd.in/dChXdkiS #ColoradoGivesDay #SupportSurvivors

Show your support for survivors and look great doing it with CCASA merch! 💙✨ From comfy tees to stylish sweatshirts, every purchase helps us raise awareness and continue vital work in advocacy, prevention, and education. And here’s more good news: Colorado Gives Day is almost here! By donating before December 10th, you can make an even bigger impact in supporting survivors of sexual assault. Pair your merch purchase with a donation to help us reach more communities, provide essential resources, and build a future free from sexual violence. Ready to rep the movement and make a difference? Shop now: https://lnkd.in/gBr9K9-h And don’t forget to give today for Colorado Gives Day! 💪👕💫 #SupportSurvivors #CCASAMerch #ColoradoGivesDay #ShopForACause #EndSexualViolence #WearYourSupport

Survivors of sexual violence deserve support, safety, and healing at every stage of their lives. 💙 At CCASA, we believe that no one faces these challenges alone. From connecting survivors with resources to advocating for policy change, your support helps us provide the care and justice every survivor deserves. This Colorado Gives Day, you have the power to make a difference. Your donation fuels programs that empower survivors, educate communities and create lasting change. Together, we can build a world where survivors of all ages are supported and heard. 💻 Donate today and join the movement: https://lnkd.in/dChXdkiS #ColoradoGivesDay #SupportingSurvivors #EmpowerChange

🎉 Celebrating 40 Years of Impact! CCASA is commemorating four decades of groundbreaking achievements and unwavering advocacy in the fight against sexual violence. In this "40 for 40" series, we'll spotlight CCASA's most significant accomplishments and honor the tireless efforts of our dedicated advocates who have been instrumental in shaping our organization's legacy. Today we’re honored to highlight Leanna, a passionate advocate and a survivor, who shared how CCASA has impacted her journey: 🗣️ "I see the life-saving difference advocacy can make for victim-survivors daily in my work. I also know how important advocacy is from my own experience as a survivor." Leanna became certified as a sexual assault and domestic violence advocate through CCASA's training and has participated in many of our trainings and conferences since. She emphasizes the importance of continuously learning to support survivors with trauma-informed, survivor-driven services better. She took these skills with her as she embarked on a volunteer program in Ukraine in February 2024, aiming to help others cope with the effects of trauma. We are so proud of her work and excited to see her make an impact internationally! 🌍 #CCASA40th #40for40 If you, like Leanna, support survivors and support CCASA, please make a donation for Colorado Gives Day at https://lnkd.in/dChXdkiS

Please make the most of your CCASA membership by joining our groups and committees! Your expertise helps us uphold our values of anti-oppression, social change, survivor-centeredness, accountability, collaboration, and respect. Together, we can create meaningful change and support survivors effectively. 💙 Want to take your impact even further? This Colorado Gives Day, consider donating to CCASA to help us continue providing resources and opportunities like these. Every contribution strengthens our ability to create safer communities and support survivors across Colorado. Learn more about getting involved: https://lnkd.in/ghdY2JYt Donate today: https://lnkd.in/dChXdkiS #MemberEngagement #ColoradoGivesDay #SupportingSurvivors

So proud to be a member of CCASA and celebrate their 40th year doing such incredible and VITAL work. it was great to reconnect with so many amazing advocates. Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault #roseandomcenter #ccasa

🌟 A HUGE thank you to all our incredible moderator, speakers, and panelists for making the YouthRoots “Connectedness in a Disconnected World” event an unforgettable evening! 🌟 Your insights and stories sparked meaningful conversations and inspired us all to foster deeper connections within our communities. We are immensely grateful for your time, expertise, and passion. 🙏 Special thanks to: Moderator: 🎤 Chris Parente - Seven-time Emmy Award-winning Reporter and Anchor, Co-anchor of “Daybreak” FOX31 KDVR / Channel 2 KWGN Speakers: 📚 Dr. Marie E. Berry - Director of the Sié Chéou-Kang Center for International Security and Diplomacy Center and Associate Professor at the University of Denver Co-founder of the Inclusive Global Leadership Initiative (IGLI) 🏛️ Councilman Darrell Watson - Denver City Council Member for District 9, Chair of the Land Use Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Panelists: 🌟 Kyle Pacqué - School Training Prevention Specialist and Project AWARE Co-Coordinator with the Community Prevention & Early Intervention at Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment 🎙️ Nadia Crowley - GIV Alumni, Youth Coordinator at Jefferson County Communities that Care 🌟 Sierra Agens - Prevention Program Manager at the Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault Against Sexual Assault 🌟 Sophia Zhang - YouthBoard Alum 🌟 Jett Hanssen - YouthLead Cohort Alumni Your contributions have left a lasting impact, and we look forward to continuing this journey of empowerment and change together. Thank you for helping us build a more connected and compassionate world. 🌍💙 #YouthRoots #Connectedness #Inspiration #Community #YouthLeadership #Gratitude #Changemakers

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our event, “Connectedness in a Disconnected World”! 🌟 Your presence and support were invaluable. Special gratitude to our incredible panelists who led enriching intergenerational conversations, fostering community growth and understanding. Together, we are bridging gaps and building a stronger, more connected future. 💬✨ Thank you, Professor Marie E. Berry, Ph.D. and the University of Denver, for the perfect venue, our amazing moderator, Chris Parente, and our inspiring ED, Sheila Van de Graaph , MA, for her leadership. Let’s keep the momentum going! 💙 #youthroots #intergenerational #communitygrowth #gratitude Sié Chéou-Kang Center for International Security and Diplomacy Darrell Watson Sheila Van de Graaph , MA Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of International Studies