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115 Faith Leaders Urge Legislators to Protect Trust and Truth in Juvenile Interrogations
We express our unequivocal support for HB 23-1042, Narrowing Admissibility Standards For Juvenile Statements. No matter their color, background, or where they live, every child deserves to grow up in a supportive environment that respects their humanity and upholds their dignity.
Statement on the Murder of Tyre Nichols
As a faith driven, multi-faith organization, we are compelled to speak to the heinous and abhorrent murder that occurred in Memphis, Tennessee, last week.
101 Colorado Faith Leaders Urge Congress to Protect DACA Recipients and Create Pathway to Citizenship
Our various faith traditions compel us to love, care for, and seek justice for each other, regardless of where we were born. But our immigrant communities and siblings continue to live in fear and without proper protection from harmful decisions.
Standing With Our Jewish Family
We write today in solidarity with our Jewish siblings who are a crucial part of Together Colorado’s multifaith tapestry.
Together Colorado Parent Leaders Create Questionnaire for School Board Candidates in Adams 14
Together Colorado leaders from Our Lady Mother of the Church’s Social Justice Ministry have created a questionnaire to help educate the Commerce City community about the positions of the candidates for State School Board District 8.
Together Colorado Joins Coloradans for Ballot Transparency to Support Proposition GG
Poll Shows 81% of Coloradans Support Proposition GG to Increase Transparency on the Ballot. Prop GG will Provide Voters with Clear, Unbiased Info about How Tax Policies on the Ballot will Affect their Families.
1,492 Community Members Support Keeping Adams 14 School District Open and Public
We the undersigned represent community members of the Adams 14 school district- families, students, teachers- and allies throughout the state. We write this letter to address the decisions that were made, and finalized, by the members of the Colorado State Board of Education in May 2022; to remove the accreditation of the Adams 14 school district and begin a reorganization process.
ECHO and Together Colorado Announce Results of Survey of County Commissioner Candidates
The East County Housing Opportunity Coalition and Together Colorado have teamed up to provide a candidate survey to Boulder County Commissioner Candidates, Elaina Shively and Ashley Stolzman on two important issues – mental health and affordable housing.
138 Colorado Faith Leaders Support Protections for Mobile Home Park Residents
No matter our color, background or zip code, home is where we lay our heads, hug our loved ones, and make our memories. But today, this sacred space, home, is at risk for our neighbors who live in mobile home parks.
98 Faith Leaders Support Measures to Reduce Child and Youth Interaction with Criminal Justice System
No matter their color, background, or zip code, every child deserves to grow in a supportive environment that respects their humanity, upholds their dignity, and responds fairly to mistakes and missteps.
Together Colorado Signs Letter Opposing Aurora Camping Ban
Our organizations share the same vision: ending homelessness in Aurora and improving the health and quality of life for our unhoused neighbors.
Together Colorado Board President Encourages Reflection and Action on Holocaust Remembrance Day
Today we honor the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism. We commit to fighting against antisemitism and hate of any kind, which includes taking action in our backyard.
Multi-Faith Climate Justice Commission Calls on Gov. Polis To Act on Climate
May the blessings and greetings of many holidays and celebrations be with you and your family. We the undersigned represent people of faith from virtually every tradition and region across Colorado.
Community Organizers and Advocacy Groups Rally To Hold Corporations Accountable for Greed as Part of National Day of Action
Community organizers, leaders, and advocates for corporate accountability held a public demonstration today outside an Amazon corporate office in downtown Denver to call attention to the company’s multi-million dollar lobbying efforts against President Biden’s Build Back Better Agenda.
Together Colorado & East County Housing Opportunity Coalition Announce Recommendations for Affordable Housing with ARPA Funds
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7/13/21 Together Colorado & East County Housing Opportunity Coalition Meghan Carrier (720) 505-9201 [email protected] Together Colorado & East County Housing Opportunity Coalition Announce Transformational Recommendations for Affordable Housing with ARPA Funds On Monday, July 12, 2021, at …
Metro Denver Faith Leaders Express Support for the Park Hill Safe Outdoor Space
June 15, 2021 We, the undersigned Metro Denver faith leaders express our unequivocal support for the Park Hill Safe Outdoor Space (SOS) at Park Hill United Methodist Church & Temple Micah in Park Hill. As people of faith, it is … Metro Denver Faith Leaders Express Support for the Park Hill Safe Outdoor Space Read More »
157 Colorado Faith Leaders Support Tax Fairness Legislation
May 12, 2021 Dear Honorable Members of the Colorado State Legislature, Together Colorado is a nonpartisan, multi-racial and multi-faith statewide organization working to place human dignity at the center of public life in Colorado. We are writing this letter to … 157 Colorado Faith Leaders Support Tax Fairness Legislation Read More »
186 Colorado Faith Leaders Urge Lawmakers To Reform the Police Practice of Showups
March 31, 2021 Dear Honorable Members of the Colorado State Legislature: Together Colorado is a nonpartisan, multi-racial and multi-faith statewide organization working to place human dignity at the center of public life in Colorado. We are writing this letter to … 186 Colorado Faith Leaders Urge Lawmakers To Reform the Police Practice of Showups Read More »
Press Release: Together Colorado Parent Leaders Pressure Adams 14 School District Managers for More Commitment to Community Partnership
For Immediate Release March 19, 2021 Contact: Yatzari Lozano, 720-486-6184, [email protected]; Adrienne Aguirre Deshaies, 720-771-3862, [email protected] Together Colorado Parent Leaders Pressure Adams 14 School District Managers for More Commitment to Community Partnership Parent leaders presented to district leadership and the …
158 Colorado Faith Leaders Urge Lawmakers To Prioritize Housing Affordability and Security
All faith traditions urge us to care for each other, no matter what we look like, where we come from, or how much is in our wallet. Right now, many individuals and families are struggling to simply keep a roof over their heads.
Leader Annmarie Jensen discusses the need for affordable housing
A home is a place where everyone should feel safe, where our worries don’t follow us, and where our families can live comfortability. However, while rent prices climb, the idea of an affordable home becomes unsure and unsettling for many. … Leader Annmarie Jensen discusses the need for affordable housing Read More »
Together Colorado Leaders Weigh In on Transparency and Equity in Denver Public Schools
No matter our race, background, or zip code, we all want our neighborhood schools to be well-equipped to ensure our children can live fulfilling lives. However, parents of children in the Denver Public School system are not given enough information … Together Colorado Leaders Weigh In on Transparency and Equity in Denver Public Schools Read More »
Continuing the Fight for Our Beautiful Tomorrow – Fair Tax Colorado Doesn’t Make the 2020 Ballot
While we didn’t make it this year, we will continue this fight because we know that standing up for all of us and organizing for an equitable tax code is the right path, especially given our new realities.
Statement of Accountability, Solidarity, and Action, from White Lay Leaders of Together Colorado
We pledge to work hard to see, name, and interrupt our racism and the racism of other white people in our families, our congregations, our neighborhoods, and our communities.
Letter from Together Colorado White Faith Leaders to Black Faith Leaders
As White People doing our own inner and institutional anti-racism work, we stand behind, beside, and with you as we all speak truth to power and work together to change systems and principalities that are shaped by white supremacy…
Together Colorado Welcomes New Board President and New Directors
My name is Lee McNeil and it is, indeed, an honor to serve as President of the Board for Together Colorado, a non-partisan, multi-race, multi-faith organization. I was employed and retired from the federal government and I am known as … Together Colorado Welcomes New Board President and New Directors Read More »
FAMLI Task Force Study and Expert Reports Lay Out Roadmap To Strong Family Leave Policy for Colorado
For Immediate Release December 18, 2019 Contact: Olga Robak (303.229.9447) or Debra Brown, Good Business Colorado (720-917-4900) FAMLI Task Force Study and Expert Reports Lay Out Roadmap To Strong Family Leave Policy for Colorado Final Actuarial Study Shows Increased Fund …
Proposition CC Came Up Short – People of Faith Look Ahead to 2020
Press Release For Immediate Release: November 6, 2019 Contact: Caitlin Rice, 720-908-0521, [email protected] At a time when Colorado’s education funding is among the lowest in the country and many of our roads and bridges are in poor condition, Proposition CC … Proposition CC Came Up Short – People of Faith Look Ahead to 2020 Read More »
Creating a moral economy this Labor Day – Rev. Bonita Bock
This Labor Day provides an important moment for people of faith to reflect on the purpose of our government and our economy. At Together Colorado, a statewide faith-driven organization, we believe that our faith traditions compel us to create a … Creating a moral economy this Labor Day – Rev. Bonita Bock Read More »
Together Colorado OLMC Social Justice Ministry Celebrates First Anniversary
Together Colorado’s Social Justice Ministry at Our Lady Mother of the Church (OLMC) in Commerce City, Colorado marked its first anniversary in July 2019. For the past year, community leaders have been organizing in Commerce City to build a base … Together Colorado OLMC Social Justice Ministry Celebrates First Anniversary Read More »
Faith Leader calls on white people to hold themselves accountable for racism and antisemitism in response to dehumanizing graffiti in Colorado Springs – Rev Clare Twomey
This past week, we have once again been reminded of the insidious epidemic of antisemitism and racism, not only in our country but literally right here in Colorado Springs. I suppose I could offer a biblical or theological response calling …
The Amendment to Abolish Slavery – KGNU Radio with Kamau Allen and Kathy Partridge
Together Colorado Organizer, Kamau Allen, joins Kathy Partridge on KGNU Community Radio to discuss the amendment to abolish slavery from Colorado’s constitution. The audio has been shortened for publication on Together Colorado’s website. For the full audio please visit KGNU.
Together Colorado Montbello Organizing Committee Celebrates First Anniversary
Together Colorado’s Local Organizing Committee in Montbello, Advocates for Children of the Far Northeast (ACFN), marked its first anniversary in July 2019! For the past year, parents and students have been organizing in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver to build … Together Colorado Montbello Organizing Committee Celebrates First Anniversary Read More »
How Colorado became the first state to abolish slavery
By: Kamau Allen, Together Colorado Organizer When Colorado became the first state in the union to abolish slavery from its constitution last year — thanks to the efforts of a multi-year, grassroots campaign — people were shocked it hadn’t been … How Colorado became the first state to abolish slavery Read More »
Together Colorado 2019 Annual Celebration Highlights
We laughed, we danced, we lamented, we celebrated. Here are photos from last week’s Annual Celebration. It gives us strength and renews our spirits to see many of Together Colorado’s leaders and their families gather to celebrate our past year … Together Colorado 2019 Annual Celebration Highlights Read More »
220 Colorado Faith Leaders Urge Colorado Legislature to Protect Colorado Immigrants (HB-1124)
Dear Honorable Members of the Colorado Legislature and Governor Polis: As a faith leaders with Together Colorado we watch with growing concern as anti-immigrant rhetoric erodes the moral fabric of our communities. Our various faith traditions call on us, as …
Together Colorado Hosts April 9th Faithful Tuesday
Thank you to all who participated in the April 9th Faithful Tuesday gathering on Economic Inequality and Racial Equity. A special thank you to our speakers: Sharon Bridgeforth, Together Colorado Board President; Pastor Robert L. Davis, Park Hill SDA; Kris Fabiola Garcia, 9to5 … Together Colorado Hosts April 9th Faithful Tuesday Read More »
Coalition Calls for Community Discussion on Measuring School Quality in Denver
Community Voice in School Quality Coalition, a group of 12 diverse organizations from across Denver who represent community institutions, students, families, school leaders and teachers, has sent Denver Public Schools (DPS) a letter calling for a community discussion on how … Coalition Calls for Community Discussion on Measuring School Quality in Denver Read More »
Together Colorado Is Not Affiliated With Together Denver. Together Colorado Has Not Taken a Position on Initiative 300
Press Release For Immediate Release: April 5, 2019 Contact: Caitlin Rice, 720-908-0521, [email protected] Together Colorado is not affiliated with Together Denver, the organization opposing Initiative 300 on Denver’s May ballot. Since our members do not currently organize around issues dealing …
155 Together Colorado Faith Leaders Urge State Legislators to Vote Yes on CO FAMLI Act (SB-188)
Dear Honorable Members of the Colorado Senate and House, We the undersigned faith leaders with Together Colorado are excited to express our support of the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program, SB19-188, in this 2019 legislative session. All of …
Together Colorado 2019 Faith Leaders Legislative Breakfast and Lobby Day
View highlights from Together Colorado’s Annual Faith Leader Legislative Breakfast and Lobby Day 2019 below. We discussed advancing an agenda of human dignity by supporting legislation that: provides healthcare for all Coloradans; allows cities and counties to raise the minimum … Together Colorado 2019 Faith Leaders Legislative Breakfast and Lobby Day Read More »
Western Slope Faith Leaders Hold Event to Support Measure 2C – GJ Community Center Campaign
On February 12, 2019, community members from Grand Junction joined with Together Colorado’s Western Slope Faith Leaders Table to hold an event in support of the Grand Junction Community Center Campaign – Measure 2C. “There are opportunities for some, but …
Together Colorado Montbello Parent Organizing Committee Hosts Interactive Parent Summit
On January 31, 2019, members of the Together Colorado Montbello Parent Organizing Committee held an educational event for parents and students to learn about organizing efforts in Montbello schools, how Montbello schools are doing compared to the district, and differences … Together Colorado Montbello Parent Organizing Committee Hosts Interactive Parent Summit Read More »
55 Together Colorado Faith Leaders Support Efforts to Strengthen Denver’s Office of the Independent Monitor and Citizen Oversight Board
Update: On February 19, 2019, the Denver City Council voted 10-0 to pass Bill 19-0029. “I applaud Denver City Council leaders Kniech, Kashmann and Lopez for their commitment to independent oversight in Denver. Community organizations were the catalyst for these …
Shorter Community AME Church Honors Together Colorado with Shoes of Justice Award
On January 20, 2019, Together Colorado was among six recipients to receive the Shoes of Justice Award from Shorter Community African Methodist Episcopal Church of Denver. It is with deep gratitude that Board President, Sharon Bridgeforth and Executive Director, Mike … Shorter Community AME Church Honors Together Colorado with Shoes of Justice Award Read More »
148 Colorado Faith Leaders call on Sen. Cory Gardner to end the government shutdown and decouple the budget approval process from the immigration policy debate
Senator Cory Gardner 354 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 16 January 2019 Dear Senator Gardner: As faith leaders with Together Colorado, we are committed to working with our congregations and with you as one of the most powerful …
Colorado Springs Faith Leaders Testify Against Proposed City Ordinance that Increases Criminalization of Homelessness
The Colorado Springs Faith Leaders Table of Together Colorado is working on raising awareness and conditions for homeless citizens in Colorado Springs by organizing against the increased criminalization of homelessness in the area. On January 8, 2019, members of the …
111 Metro Denver Faith Leaders Sign Letter in Support of $15 Minimum Wage for DIA and Denver City Employees
3/11/19 Update: The $15 minimum wage bill for Denver City and airport employees passed on March 11, 2019! 3/5/19 Update: The $15 minimum wage bill for Denver city and airport employees 1st vote was passed by unanimous consent by Denver …
Outgoing Governor John Hickenlooper Signs Amendment A to Abolish Slavery from the Colorado Constitution Into Law
On November 6, 2018, Coloradans voted Yes on Amendment A to remove language from the Colorado Constitution that allowed involuntary servitude and slavery to be legal as punishment for a crime. On December 19, 2018, outgoing Governor John Hickenlooper honored …
People seeking safety at our southern border is not a political crisis; it is a test of our humanity – Rev. Bill Kirton
“Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the sons of Israel out of Egypt? –Moses, Exodus 4:11 The program of fear mongering and dehumanization of people of color by the current domination system is expanding. Together …
2018 Together Colorado Civic Engagement Highlights & the Leaders Who Made It Possible
Compared to 2016, Together Colorado Leaders doubled the number of signatures collected, the number of congregations involved, and the number of voters we talked to! Our process started early in February 2018 when Together Colorado Leaders considered possible ballot initiatives. … 2018 Together Colorado Civic Engagement Highlights & the Leaders Who Made It Possible Read More »
The Campaign for RTD Transit Equity Reaches a Victorious End
After a prolonged campaign to implement a RTD Youth Pass and Low-Income Pass, the RTD Board voted 10-5, in September, to adopt many of the Pass Program Working Group’s recommendations. The new fares will take place in January 2019. While … The Campaign for RTD Transit Equity Reaches a Victorious End Read More »
Coloradans to Stop Predatory Payday Lending Submits Over 188,000 Signatures – Rev. Dr. Anne Rice-Jones
Dear Powerful and Prophetic Leaders, Amazed! Inspired! Grateful! On behalf of Coloradans to Stop Predatory Payday Loans and Together Colorado, we thank you for your excellent performance in achieving our target goal for signature collection. It is uplifting to be …
Pueblo Faith Leaders Co-Host Town Hall with Local Nonprofits for Sustainable Energy Future – Rev. Kevin Olsen
Pueblo’s Energy Future, Beyond Coal Campaign, Pueblo League of Women Voters and the Sierra Club hosted a Town Hall forum to discuss Xcel Energy’s plans to retire two coal fired power plants near Pueblo and replace the generation with wind …
Parents Organize & Win Leadership Change at Wyatt Academy – By Adrienne Deshaies
In April 2018, an incident occurred at Wyatt Academy in which the Restorative Justice Coordinator was caught on camera inciting two elementary-aged girls to fight physically. The incident was not handled properly by the administration of the school. As a … Parents Organize & Win Leadership Change at Wyatt Academy – By Adrienne Deshaies Read More »
Initiative 93 Aims to Increase School Funding; Signatures Submitted – CBS Denver
“DENVER (CBS4) – A measure to increase school funding could be the first to make the 2018 ballot. Proponents of Initiative 93 say they turned in more than 170,000 signatures — almost double what’s needed to make the ballot. The measure is … Initiative 93 Aims to Increase School Funding; Signatures Submitted – CBS Denver Read More »
Colorado Springs Faith Leaders Implore City Council to Delay Homeless Camping Ban
On July 10, 2018, the Colorado Springs City Council voted 6-2 to pass an ordinance that bans camping within 100 feet of city waterways and concrete drainage canals. Violations of the new ordinance are punishable by a fine of up … Colorado Springs Faith Leaders Implore City Council to Delay Homeless Camping Ban Read More »
Criminalizing homelessness is not the answer – Rev. Dr. Douglas R. Sharp
We live in a country whose historic legacy as a democracy is the unalienable right to life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness, and the role of government is to protect those rights against alienation. Apparently, however, these rights … Criminalizing homelessness is not the answer – Rev. Dr. Douglas R. Sharp Read More »
10% TANF Increase Passes After Almost a Decade!
Colorado’s Human Services Board voted 6-2 to increase the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) monthly grant by 10%, $46/month, on July 6. It had passed a first hearing in June, in the face of substantial opposition by some counties, …
Grand Junction and Pueblo Faith Leaders Rally to Protest Separating Families
Faith Leaders with Together Colorado held rallies and vigils in Pueblo and Grand Junction last week to protest the recent actions by ICE of separating families. ICE has been separating hundreds of children from their parents at the border. Parents are … Grand Junction and Pueblo Faith Leaders Rally to Protest Separating Families Read More »