Colorful Stories Hear Me, See Me, Luncheon

The Colorful Stories luncheon is a special event presented by Denver Urban Spectrum. It celebrates women whose stories of tribulation, courage, and triumph inspire future generations. 

Denver Urban Spectrum is the premier source of news for Colorado’s communities of color. Since 1987, our award-winning publication has shared important stories and amplified voices that would otherwise go unheard. Our success and longevity over 38 years is credited to the support we receive from advertisers who utilize our platform to bring awareness to their brands, as well as sponsors who support our mission to inform, educate and inspire.

In May 2025, Denver Urban Spectrum will present stories of tribulation, courage and triumph through video, conversation, and written profiles. These colorful stories will highlight distinguished women who have overcome tremendous obstacles and serve as an inspiration to future generations:

Beyond Grief - Janet Buckner

Beyond Domestic Violence - Rose Andom

Beyond Sexual Abuse - Elycia Cook 

Beyond Addiction - Stephanie McCoy-Johnson

These stories will be presented at the Colorful Stories...See Me, Hear Me luncheon, along with a special Beyond Elder Abuse presentation. 

Denver Urban Spectrum aims to bring light to issues that are in need of a community-wide response and sustainable solutions. The Colorful Stories luncheon will feature Geta and Janice Asfaw as honorary event chairs. Emceed by Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce CEO, Simone Ross, and moderated by Dr. Carolyn Love, this powerful event will bring together members of Colorado communities with messages about overcoming tribulation with courage, personal conviction, and community connection.

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Proceeds from the Colorful Stories luncheon will benefit the Ruth Boyd Elder Abuse Foundation, publisher Rosalind “Bee” Harris, in honor of her mother, who lost her life to elder abuse on November 3, 2018.