Every one of our institutions—at one point or another—has operated in ways that have oppressed LGBTQ people, and the damage is far-reaching.
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We provide well-informed data and perspectives on Colorado’s health care system.
As thought leaders working in communities and at the Capitol, we share information about what’s working in our health system and what’s not. As we lead the public dialogue, we hope to offer a big-picture view of the health care system and to help Colorado find common ground.
Safe Spaces for Immigrant Health
Creating Safe Spaces a training series for clinic staff to understand both their rights and responsibilities in regards to immigration enforcement.
Participatory Policymaking
Policymaking shouldn’t be left to the few with the most resources and connections. Our policies and institutions are supposed to serve all Coloradans.
The True Cost of Health Care
When patients consider the cost of health care, it goes far beyond the cost of seeing a provider, paying for prescriptions, and getting tests or procedures.
Legislative Wins and Losses for Health Equity
This year marked my 11th Colorado legislative session. This session was heavy on health equity–in ways that were beneficial and ways that were not.
Our Next Stage of Growth and Development
Like kids, organizations have stages of growth and development, too. According to the literature, there are seven typical lifecycle stages of a nonprofit.
It’s Time to Pass Paid Leave in Colorado
Six years ago, as a community organizer at 9to5 Colorado, I was with our Board of Directors, leaders, and members talking about paid family medical leave.
Look Upstream to Address the Social Determinants of Health
I hope as our work to address the social determinants of health evolves, we keep our eyes upstream and work toward community- and systems-level solutions.
From the Community to the Capitol
Five leaders from Fort Morgan decided to attend Latinx Advocacy Day, and for some it was their first experience visiting the Capitol.
Housing Is Health
Hundreds of community members invited me into their homes to talk about their housing conditions and how those impacted the health of their families.