Alternatives to Violence Blog

Ways to Help Domestic Violence Survivors in the Workplace

June 1, 2022

You may or may not know when someone at work is going through an abusive situation. Companies can support employees who may be in such a situation by opening a…

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Start Talking About Teen Dating Violence

May 23, 2022

Teen dating violence is a real issue and comes with serious short and long-term effects. It’s important to help young people learn how to build and recognize healthy relationships to…

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Paddles and Spirits Were Raised at the 5th Annual Purple Ribbon Breakfast

April 28, 2022

Nearly 200 attendees came out to support victims of violence in our area by helping to raise money for critical services provided by Alternatives to Violence. If you were able…

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We Love Our Volunteers!

April 5, 2022

It is April, which means it is National Volunteer Month!  Alternatives to Violence (ATV) loves our volunteers; they are huge contributors to what we do and how we assist clients.…

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Alternatives to Violence Turns 40!

March 10, 2022

Teased hair, neon clothing, new wave music…. a lot has changed since 1982, but what hasn’t changed is our commitment to helping victims of violence in our community. We are…

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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month

January 17, 2022

Although Alternatives to Violence works to promote awareness and prevention of human trafficking throughout the whole year, as Human Trafficking Awareness Month, January is a key time to make additional…

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ATV’s Services Never Take a Holiday

December 4, 2020

You may not realize it, but domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking are highly prevalent around the country, and a harsh reality right here in Northern Colorado. Each of…

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Talking Chalk in Pictures

September 20, 2020

TALKING CHALK IN PICTURES Efforts of each and every kind We seek and find in an artist’s mind. There beneath each and every step we walk For us to gawk…

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Debunking Myths About Domestic Violence

August 29, 2020

There are many myths and misconceptions about domestic violence. We shared many of them this month on Facebook. In case you missed any of them, we’ve compiled them here. Of…

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How to Help Victims of Violence During the COVID-19 Outbreak

March 23, 2020

We live in a remarkably giving community. That hasn’t been better proven than during these confusing and scary times as new cases of people infected with COVID-19 are surfacing. Victims…

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