The Colorado Anti-Violence Program would like to invite you to get involved as well as find support as they prepare for the murder trial of Allen Ray Andrade. Andrade is charged with the murder of Angie Zapata, a young Latina transgender woman. There are many opportunities from joining carpooling efforts during the trial to writing letters to the editor. COAVP hope you will find something that's right for you.
Find out ways to get involved after the jump.
Join the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation's (GLAAD)
Rapid Response Team. A Media Essentials training will be scheduled soon for the last full week of March. GLAAD's regional representative will send out more information soon. Contact CAVP if you'd like to be notified. E-mail CAVP
Write letters to editor of local and national papers during trial coverage.
Offer carpool rides from Denver to Greeley Courthouse during the trial
The eight day trial of Andrade will begin on April 14, 2009 and takes place in Courtroom 11 of the Weld County Courts at 901 9th Ave in Greeley. We would like to provide as much community support to Angie Zapata's family and friends as possible by packing the courthouse during those days.
If you are need a ride or would like to offer a ride to Greeley from the Denver-Metro area, please contact Kate Bowman at 303-202-6466 (work), 303-798-0790 (cell) or by e-mail.
Donate and/or prepare healthy snacks, food and drinks for community members attending the trial
Contact Andy Stoll at the Lambda Community Center 970-221-3247 or by e-mail if you would like to make a donation..
Join the Colorado Anti-Violence Program for evenings of discussion, meditation and dinner
In an effort to support our community members in maintaining a positive and healthy emotional and mental space around the trial, CAVP will be hosting two evenings of discussion, meditation and dinner. Discussion will be facilitated by CAVP staff and meditation by Marti Engelmann.
March 18th from 6-8:30 pm
April 7th from 6-8:30 pm
Dinner provided March 18th.
April 7th, please bring a potluck dish if you plan to attend
For more info or to RSVP contact Crystal Middlestadt at 303-839-5204 or by e-mail.
We encourage you to participate if you are even slightly considering attending any trial dates, you would like to find other ways to support people going to the trial or you have an interest in participating in creating this type of space regardless of your involvement with this case.
