Our phenomenal team of advocates provides victims with access to resources, referrals, support and practical help. We take time to listen or offer a shoulder to cry on.
Victim Advocates work closely with police officers and provide a service that is extremely valuable to the whole community. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and backgrounds, but they all have empathy, compassion and dedication.
Are you interested in really making a difference for someone? Would you like to be a part of a team that provides opportunities for self-growth and fulfillment? Then volunteer as a Victim Advocate for the Boulder Police Department!
"It’s the most gratifying thing I’ve ever done in my life."
- Jackie J. Volunteer Victim Advocate since 2014Victim Advocates at the Boulder Police Department volunteer their time and are on call for a designated period each month for either day, night, or weekend shifts. Victim advocates help stabilize the situation, offer emotional support, explain victim rights, and ensure individuals have access to safety planning, resources, and information during their most vulnerable moments.
Requirements include:
Time Commitment
Volunteers must be able to commit to one year of service, participate in monthly team meetings, and serve 48 hour on call hours per month during assigned shifts.
Training Provided
The 40 hour training academy is offered in the Spring & Fall. Participants receive instruction in trauma informed response, victimology, and law enforcement procedures.
Join Our Team of Volunteers!
We accept applications year round. Bilingual applicants fluent in Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply.
We need volunteers who can help during weekday day and night shifts. (We’re all set for weekends!) If you’re bilingual and fluent in Spanish, that’s a huge plus and we’d love to have you on board. Training dates will be announced soon. Don’t wait, sign up today and make a difference!
Applications are available at Boulder Police Department; located at 1805 33rd Street. Or apply here online: Volunteer Victim Advocate Application | City of Boulder (bouldercolorado.gov)
For more information, please contact Victim Services at 303-441-4048 or victimservices@bouldercolorado.gov.
Inside Boulder News featured our Victim Advocates program and the incredible work our team does! Watch the video here. You can also watch a video version in Spanish.
“Being able to support people through their worst days gives me a sense of connection and purpose, and the feedback we receive is that our services are absolutely critical for victims during their time of need. I’m proud to work with our team of Victim Advocate volunteers, and we hope more people will join us this spring.”
- Sara Tjosvold, Victim Services Specialist