Colorado’s Evolving Domestic Violence Fatality Review Process and its Contributions to Advocacy and Social Change

Colorado’s Evolving Domestic Violence Fatality Review Process and its Contributions to Advocacy and Social Change

Since 2008, approximately 330 Coloradoans have died in the context of domestic violence (37+/- annually). Some deaths may have been prevented, given best research an preventative tools. For decades, Denver Metro’s DV Fatality Review (DVFR) has identified risk factors (red flags) and uses corroborated research to evaluate and discuss protective factors for victims. A new law resulting in the creation of a statewide DVFR board will be explained, along with the purpose of DVFR teams. *Please note: If selected for a 2.5 hours skill-building session, the second part of this workshop will walk participants through a mock case review.