What is The Velma Project?

The Velma Project is a collective of five accomplished women working in threat assessment. After years of collaborating and supporting one another we decided to make it official! We are here to be your resource for trusted referrals, information, and consultation. As practitioners from varied angles of the BTAM space, one of us likely has the answer you’re looking for, and that’s why all of us is better than one of us!

And, you may wonder why we are called The Velma Project…

• Does the name Velma mean “determined protector” and “resolute guardian”?

• Is it rooted in Greek and Germanic mythology?

• Does it translate to the powerful imagery of “with gilded helmet,” emblematic of strength, protection, and elegance?

• Is it a cheeky nod to the brainy Scooby Doo heroine, Velma Dinkley? 

A resounding YES!

We are going to make some good trouble. We hope you’ll join us.

Bailey Colahan, Cathy Cocks, Barb Daly, Davian Hoffman, Stephanie Leite