Firearms are the leading cause of death for US children. Accidental injuries, suicides, community violence, and school shootings are having an unprecedented impact on the mental and physical safety of America’s students.
Colorado Ceasefire offers a variety of free resources for discussing gun violence prevention strategies with students, parents, educators, and school administrators. Our workshops and trainings are non-political and can be adapted to fit the needs of your community. Our curriculum is aligned with the Centers for Disease Control Health Education Curriculum Analysis Tool and Colorado Department of Education Comprehensive Health Standards.
Please contact us at info@coloradoceasefire.org to learn more.
Learn more about youth firearm injury and violence in Colorado here.
For Educators and School Administrators
Educators and School administrators have Extreme Risk Protection Filing Rights. In this presentation, Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) are thoroughly explored as a powerful tool for preventing potential gun violence. The presentation highlights the legal framework and procedures involved in obtaining and enforcing ERPOs, along with examples of successful cases in which these orders have prevented tragedies. Additionally, this presentation provides in-depth ERPO training and discusses specific details and circumstances that are more relevant to educators and school administrators.
For Parents
We host conversations with parents to discuss why gun violence is a public health issue and ways to reduce gun violence without getting political. In addition to ERPO and Safe Storage, parents discuss how gun violence is impacting youth. This conversation can also include school administrators to discuss specific safety policies within the school district.
For Youth: Gun Violence Prevention 101
Audience: Middle School – College Students
Length of Presentation: 2 Hours
In this interactive session, youth explore how gun violence has impacted their lives and participate in activities to gain a better understanding of gun violence prevention tools. The speaker discusses how Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) and safe storage practices can serve as effective tools for youth to prevent gun violence. The speaker demonstrates how youth can play a proactive role in reducing gun violence within their communities and promoting a safer environment for everyone. During the presentation, participants research public health data, share their experiences, analyze popular media, and participate in interactive trivia.
For Youth: Relationship Violence Prevention 101
For Youth: Relationship Violence Prevention 101
Audience: Middle School – College Students
Length of Presentation: 5 Hours
In this interactive series that can be provided in one day or split across multiple days, youth learn about relationship violence, how to spot the warning signs, and what to do if they find themselves or someone they care about suffering from domestic violence. Students hear from panelists and commit to taking positive action to develop healthier relationships in their own lives.
