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Meetings We're excited to host a free in-person meeting to connect, support, collaborate, and share ideas. Become informed, build a community, advocate, and make a difference! Join Us for Our Upcoming In-Person Advocates for Change Meeting! General Meeting Monday November 17, 2025 7:00 – 8:30 pm New location for the meeting 5389 S Elati St Unit 4, Littleton, CO 80120-1522 “Moving the Needle from a Legislative Perspective” Special Guest: Jesse Hanson, SOMB Program Manager The best support comes from individuals and family members who have been through similar struggles! When we hold meetings, we try to have informative speakers to keep us current on major topics of interest. Quarterly Meetings Other Meetings of Interest Family Voices is an Advocates for Change support group. We meet in Colorado Springs on a Sunday toward the middle of each month at 1:30 p.m. We host guest speakers from various agencies – probation, parole, Department of Corrections (DOC), housing, treatment providers from within DOC and community providers, etc. The meeting date is dependent upon the guest’s availability. If you are interested in attending, contact mbrewer2440@gmail.com for the exact date and location. The Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) In June 2015, the Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) established the Family Education, Engagement, and Support Committee , later renamed the Family Education, Engagement, and Support Working Group , in response to concerns from family members of individuals accused or convicted of a sex offense. For over six years, the Working Group met on the first Friday of each month to develop this guide, aiming to support and inform families navigating this complex system. Families expressed a need for clear information about the legal process and the specific provisions and requirements affecting their loved ones. SOMB conducts regular monthly meetings as w ell as several different sub-committee meetings. All meetings are open to the public, but some require an RSVP. Many meetings can be attended virtually. For dates, times and locations of SOMB meetings you can check the SOMB calendar here . You can also find minutes from past meetings on that page. The Colorado Department of Corrections holds Citizen Advocate Meetings at regularly scheduled intervals as a forum for communication and information sharing between the Department of Corrections and its stakeholders. Citizen Advocate Meetings are typically held twice yearly. For more information on these meetings click here . The National Association for Rational Sexual Offense Laws (NARSOL) holds an annual conference. NARSOL’s 2025 conference is slated to be held in Grand Rapids, MI on June 26-29. For more information click here .

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Back Housing Housing programs that may assist a person convicted of a sex offense in Colorado.Affordable Rental Housing is in short supply across Colorado and the Denver Metropolitan area. Housing is even more of a challenge for those who are justice involved. The organizations below may or may not assist a person convicted of a sex offense or who are on the sex offender registry. The following information is not guaranteed to be up to date or 100% accurate. But it may be a place to start. Reshape Mobarez Solutions ChristLife Ministries Connections Prison Ministry My Father's House CMRC Housing List 2018 His House Ministries (303)-525-0660 Cheryl Sartain cherylandassociates@yahoo.com A Future and a Hope Colorado Affordable Housing Search Pets Welcome Extended Stay Green Valley Ranch Transitional Housing Harvard House Denver (480) 433-3532 Mesa House mesahousesocialmedia@gmail.com Coalition for Sexual Offense Restoration (CSOR) Hope Homes Housing Resource List Redtail Ponds Permanent Authentic Recovery Homes Supportive Housing Songbird Nest Housing (720)-877-1373 Housing Restrictions Note: information is subject to change at any time.

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Back Other Organizations Support services for individuals with a criminal record can be vital for successful reintegration into society. Access to resources such as job training programs, counseling, and legal assistance can make a significant difference. The organizations listed below may offer support to those who are justice involved, though their eligibility criteria may vary. Please note that the information provided may not be current or entirely accurate, but it can serve as a useful starting point. Colorado Judicial Branch Self-Help Resources : Criminal Matters Alliance for Constitutional Sex Offense Laws Registrant Travel Action Group (RTAG) (OUTDATED) Sex Offender International Travel Matrix (CURRENT) Safer Society Foundation Colorado Parole; Parole FAQs page NARSOL PARSOL Women Against the Registry Remerg Alliance for Constitutional Sex Offense Laws United Voices for Sex Offense Reform DDD - Decriminalizing Developmental Disabilities Sex Offender One Stop Resource Colorado-Cure Once Fallen Rick & Tami ODVSOM Resources Page DOC Resources Page Association for the Treatment & Prevention of Sexual Abuse (ATSA) Note: information is subject to change at any time.

Back Registered Citizens Someone who has been convicted of a sexual offense (and in some cases, people not actually convicted of anything) can be required to register as a sex offender in their state of residence. States are required by the Federal Government to have a Sex Offender Registries, but registry rules vary from state to state. State laws frequently change. Individuals are responsible for knowing what is required of them by their state of residence. The information on the page is not intended to be legal advice. Individuals are highly encouraged to seek the best available legal advice about the laws in their states. Links to Online Resources for information about Sex Offender Registries NARSOL - envisions a society free from public shaming, dehumanizing registries, discrimination, and unconstitutional laws. NARSOL State Information Wiki – crowd sourced information provided by volunteers Registrant Travel Action Group Travel Matrix -International Travel Advisory for Those on the Registry. Alliance for Constitutional Sex Offense Laws - This shows which countries reportedly have denied entry to Registered Citizens. The chart of SO Registration Requirements by State includes a reference to the enacting statute for each state. Be sure to check the individual state statutes for full details. Travel Considerations for Registered Citizens Registrants are traveling both domestically and internationally during the pandemic for both personal and business reasons. Not only must they be careful of COVID-19 restrictions, they must also pay attention to the International Megan’s Law and state laws. RTAG offers a wide range of information to registrants online, including whether countries have allowed or denied access to registrants. PLEASE NOTE: RTAG is no longer updated. For more current information, visit the Sex Offender International Travel Matrix RTAG (Outdated) Travel Matrix (Current) Sample Templates for Asking for your Records To have an opportunity to get off of the registry at some point in the future, copies of your treatment and polygraph records should be kept to provide to the judge. Records are held by the treatment providers for only 6 years and polygraph records for 3 years. Sample Request to Treatment Provider for record Sample Request to Polygraph Examiner for records View PDF View PDF

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Advocates for Change is a Colorado-based nonprofit dedicated to reforming the criminal justice system, supporting individuals impacted by the sex offender registry, and promoting second chances through advocacy, education, and community support. Advocates for Change Affecting Change in Colorado's Laws, Policies, and Attitudes Our Story Advocates for Change is dedicated to supporting individuals in the criminal justice system and their families. Our mission encompasses advocating for legislative change, public education, successful rehabilitation, and community reintegration. Through our meetings, resources, and membership options, we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected. Learn More Resource Guide for Families of Adults Are you or a loved one facing accusations or a conviction for a sexual offense in Colorado? You’re not alone. In response to concerns from families, a diverse workgroup—including family members, advocates, therapists, and justice professionals—created this essential guide to help you navigate every stage of the legal process. Click here to access the helpful document. Our Current Initiatives Driving Positive Change Legislative Advocacy Policy Reform Our legislative advocacy efforts focus on reforming punitive laws to ensure fair treatment and rehabilitation opportunities for individuals in the criminal justice system. Public Education Awareness Campaigns Through awareness campaigns, we educate the public and lawmakers on the challenges faced by individuals with sexual offenses, promoting understanding, support, and acceptance. Community Engagement Building Relationships Community engagement initiatives aim to facilitate successful treatment, reintegration, and acceptance of individuals in the wider community, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.