We are deeply saddened by the news that at least five people were murdered and over 25 were injured in a mass shooting this past weekend at Club Q—an LGBTQ+ club in Colorado Springs. Our hearts go out to the victims and survivors of this shooting, as well as the LGBTQ+ community in the Colorado Springs area who are navigating the trauma that comes with an assault on one’s life and communities.
Our thoughts are also with those in our own community who identify as LGBTQ+ or have loved ones who have been emotionally harmed by this incident. On Monday, we had a moment of silence during the meet and greet hosted by Institutional Equity, Inclusion and Transformation to remember the victims of this attack as well as victims of the recent shooting at the University of Virginia and the four students who were murdered at the University of Idaho.
The incident in Colorado Springs is reminiscent of the violence and harm that some use to instill fear and to share their hatred. We know that for some members in our community, this painful event is a reminder of their own experiences of being targeted, threatened and harassed because of their gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation and/or race and ethnicity. Know that you are not alone, and that you are part of a community that cares about you. If you find yourself in need of support and want to talk with someone, here are some resources:
Center for Health and Counseling: http://www.slcc.edu/chc/
Gender and Sexuality Student Resource Center: http://www.slcc.edu/gssrc/
Other Resources:
The LGBT National Help Center: 1-866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386) https://www.lgbthotline.org/
Hotline: 1-888-THE-GLNH (888-843-4564) LGBT national hotline or https://www.lgbthotline.org/national-hotline.html
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