Recognizing Peaceworks, Inc.

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Ms. PETTERSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Peaceworks, Inc. on 40 years of important work serving domestic violence survivors in rural Colorado mountain communities. Since 1986, Peaceworks, Inc. has offered advocacy and support to survivors of intimate partner violence in Colorado. The non-profit has provided nearly 2,000 nights of shelter since its original establishment in the spare bedroom of a Park County Commissioner, who took on the need she saw in her town.

Forty years later, Peaceworks, Inc. has become a critical resource, providing shelter, counseling, and educational services across Jefferson and Park counties as the only domestic violence shelter in a 2,800-square-mile region within these mountain communities.

Through its 24/7 SafeLine, Mountain Peace Shelter, mobile and non- residential advocacy, Community Wellness Program, and prevention outreach, PeaceWorks, Inc. addresses both immediate safety and the long-term impact of trauma. With its SafePet program, Peaceworks, Inc. is one of the few domestic violence shelters in the state that allow survivors to bring their pets when seeking services. Under the leadership of Executive Director Sabrina Fritts, the organization has worked tirelessly to address trauma and promote healthy relationships through communal wellness sessions and educational outreach.

On behalf of the people of Colorado's 7th Congressional District, it is my honor to congratulate Peaceworks, Inc. on 40 years of serving and advocating for survivors and wish them continued success in the future.

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