VISION
Be a trusted resource for crime victims/survivors, service providers, and agencies, and a catalyst for improving the delivery of and access to services for victims/survivors in Colorado.
MISSION
To support victims/survivors, communities, service providers, and agencies using our diverse expertise and backgrounds by:
- Serving as good stewards in the dissemination of public funds;
- Bridging the gap between victims/survivors and the criminal justice system, helping them navigate its complexities while promoting fairness and justice;
- Training across multiple sectors to strengthen the capabilities of agencies;
- Collaborating with communities, policy makers, and stakeholders to enhance the response to victims/survivors of crime;
- Influencing public policy that prioritizes victims’ rights, safety, and healing.
For general inquiries, please email cdps.ovpconnect@state.co.us or call 303-239-5719.
Outside Resources and Partnerships
Current Events in Crime Victim Services
April Current Events
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW) will be commemorated April 6–12, 2025. The 2025 NCVRW theme is —
Connecting < KINSHIP > Healing
This year’s theme of KINSHIP is a call-to-action to recognize that shared humanity should be at the center of supporting all survivors and victims of crime. KINSHIP is a state of being with survivors that drives vital connections and increases access to services, rights, and healing. KINSHIP is where victim advocacy begins.
Ways you can get involved in National Crime Victims’ Rights Week:
- Sign up for the NCVRW Subscription List to receive important NCVRW updates, including information about the release of the complete 2025 NCVRW Resource Guide.
- On April 9, 2025 from 3:30PM - 4:30PM Eastern Time, the Office for Victims of Crime will host the 2025 NCVRW Candlelight Vigil to pay tribute to victims of crime and the many dedicated professionals and volunteers who advocate on their behalf. We hope you’ll save-the-date and join us via the livestream at ovc.ojp.gov/live
April is Sex Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). The goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities and individuals on sexual violence prevention.
Ways you can get involved for Sex Assault Awareness Month:
Join the Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault SAAM Kick-Off Event on April 01, 2025 from 12:30PM - 01:30PM. This year SAAM kick-off is celebrating with the theme "Together We Act, United We Change", highlighting the importance of working together to address and prevent sexual abuse, assault, and harassment. This campaign focuses on enhancing public understanding of sexual violence, amplifying the voices of survivors, and empowering us to work together to promote the safety and well-being of others. Learn more about this event and how to register here.
- Since 2013, Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault has hosted Colorado Denim Day in order to raise awareness about sexual assault, show support for survivors, and unite communities across Colorado in taking a stand against sexual violence. Colorado Denim Day is our statewide event aligning with Denim Day events across the world on a Wednesday every April during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Let’s make a powerful statement together! Coordinate your team on Colorado Denim Day, April 24th, rock your denim gear and show your support for survivors of sexual violence!
- Learn more about Colorado Denim Day and how to get involved.
April is also Child Abuse Prevention Month
National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Prevention services and supports developed by this collaboration can help parents, other caregivers, and communities protect children and strengthen families.
Ways you can get involved for Child Abuse Prevention Month:
- Join the kick off the Pinwheels for Prevention Campaign for Child Abuse Prevention Month for an inspiring morning on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 from 7:45AM - 10:00AM at the First Baptist Church of Denver with a light breakfast and the presentation of the 2025 Illuminating Leadership Awards to recognize leaders in the family strengthening field. Immediately following the award presentation, help fill the galleries of the state legislative chambers of the Colorado State Capitol as Child Abuse Prevention Month tributes are being read. You can RSVP to this event here. Be sure to wear blue!
- You can show support for promoting positive childhood experiences and preventing adversity by wearing blue on April 4th for #WearBlueDay to kick off CAP Month with momentum.
- Attend the Family Fun night at the at the Silverthorne Pavillion in Silverthorne, CO on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 from 4:30PM - 7:30PM for food, refreshments, balloon animals, a magic show, crafts, and more hosted by CASA of the Continental Divide and TreeTop Child Advocacy Center to raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month. For more information go to CASA Of The Continental Divide’s website or email info@treetopcenter.org or admin@mtncasa.org
Crime Victims Fund Update
VOCA Funding Factsheets by Colorado County and Statewide
In an effort to illustrate how Federal VOCA cuts might impact various programs and counties within the state, the OVP staff have created one page factsheets that provide data on the current programs funded by county, the number of victims served, the number of services provided, and the top three reported victimizations. There is also an information sheet for those agencies that provide statewide services. If you have any questions regarding VOCA or the information sheets you can contact OVP staff at cvsgrants@state.co.us.