COVA's Crisis and Trauma Tips
When an individual witnesses or is victimized by violence, they experience the symptoms of trauma. Over time, as people work through their feelings, they learn to move through the trauma and are once again able to focus on their lives and interests. If a victim or witness needs more than you are able to provide, seek professional assistance. Many counselors can assist in working through feelings.The following are expected reactions to trauma. Individuals may experience different reactions at different times. Remember: most of these reactions will diminish over time and are completely NORMAL. Click here to view the tips.
When an individual witnesses or is victimized by violence, they experience the symptoms of trauma. Over time, as people work through their feelings, they learn to move through the trauma and are once again able to focus on their lives and interests. If a victim or witness needs more than you are able to provide, seek professional assistance. Many counselors can assist in working through feelings.The following are expected reactions to trauma. Individuals may experience different reactions at different times. Remember: most of these reactions will diminish over time and are completely NORMAL. Click here to view the tips.
COVA's Mission:
The Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance (COVA) is committed to fairness and healing for crime victims, their families and communities through leadership, education, and advocacy. By operating in an inclusive and compassionate manner, COVA creates solutions and positive change. COVA's vision is to be recognized as a national leader in building a collaborative environment where crime victims are given the opportunity to heal and restore balance to their lives.
Call for Presenters Open
Extended Submission Deadline: May 14, 2021!
2021 Virtual COVA Conference
Sept. 20-22, 2021
Platform: Crowdcast
We are seeking proposals for workshop presentations for each day of the 2021 Virtual COVA Conference which will be September 20-22, 2021.
Topics may address issues in any of the 13 program tracks: Domestic Violence, Children/Youth Issues, Misc./Potpourri, Sexual Assault, Victim Advocacy 101, Victim/Survivor Issues, Criminal Justice, Advanced Advocacy, Law Enforcement, Senior Issues, Restorative Justice, and POST (Peace Officer Standards & Training).
Topics may address issues in any of the 13 program tracks: Domestic Violence, Children/Youth Issues, Misc./Potpourri, Sexual Assault, Victim Advocacy 101, Victim/Survivor Issues, Criminal Justice, Advanced Advocacy, Law Enforcement, Senior Issues, Restorative Justice, and POST (Peace Officer Standards & Training).
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Expand the Circle - Reach all Crime Victims
Victim service providers in Colorado are committed to reaching all victims and survivors in our state. When underserved and marginalized members of our communities are not accessing our services, it’s on us to learn from members of those communities what they need.
Victim Offender Dialogue (VOD)
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