Our Work
A healthy democracy is not only one where people vote, but one where people understand that civic engagement has an impact on their health
Colorado’s FAIR Plan and Other Strategies for Resilient Communities
Local government elections have direct effects on their residents, but they often get ignored in the heat of a presidential campaign. The Local Ballot Measure Tracker brings attention to these important questions.
We didn’t celebrate with cake and ice cream, but the Colorado Health Institute’s Acclimate team marked an important birthday earlier this year. CHI’s Colorado’s Health and Climate Policy Agenda, published in collaboration with our Acclimate Action Team, turned one.
A look at the 2024-25 state budget highlights for health and social programs
Research shows a strong link between music and arts and mental health. Some Colorado school districts are doing better than others.
In less than two years, AI shifted from science fiction to everyday reality thanks to the widespread and lightning-fast adoption of ChatGPT and other large-language models. Contemplating what’s in store over the next 10 years is mind-boggling.
As a first-generation Mexican American, I grew up navigating the emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical distresses of my family’s relocation to a new country to seek better opportunities. I faced challenges such as language barriers, racism, and economic hardships. An aspect I didn't frequently consider, but in hindsight, could have significantly impacted my life, was the availability of mental health services tailored to my cultural needs.