Survivor Advocacy

Colorado passes a bill to increase Uber and Lyft ride safety, but Governor Polis' stance is unclear. The bill, which includes recording options and lawsuit rights, faces opposition from rideshare companies.

In this interview on KRCL’s RadioACTive, Sam Katz, Director of Engagement at Men Healing, discusses how the nonprofit supports men who have experienced sexual harm, offering healing resources and support for allies.

House Bill 1138 would eliminate an exemption allowing courtroom discussion of a sexual assault victim’s prior sexual activity when it involved the defendant.

To serve survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, Response opened a new shelter in Basalt in February. The public-facing location represents a new approach to transitional housing that prioritizes community over confidentiality, but safety concerns remain.

Survivors shared their stories at a town hall on the Colorado sexual assault kit backlog, highlighting the human toll of delayed DNA results and calls for reform.