We Lead Public Health Programs That Create Lasting Impact

We develop and lead programs that address community health needs and strengthen the public health workforce across Colorado.

Strengthening Colorado’s Public Health System, Together.

Across our Programs, we work alongside community partners, government agencies, public health organizations, health care systems, and academic institutions to connect people, share resources, and build the relationships that help public health initiatives succeed.

We Hold Unique Skills, Knowledge, and Passion.

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We Administration Impactful Programs

  • We coordinate program activities and deliverables, manage state and federal contracts, and provide technical assistance and learning opportunities that help public health programs succeed.

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We Engage Communities

  • We work with communities to understand their unique challenges and provide relationships, knowledge, and resources to help them lead solutions.

Public health leaders, researchers, community experts, young people, philanthropists, and public safety professionals pose for a group photo at Colorado's 2024 Public Health Roundtable on Firearm-Related Harm and Violence Prevention.

We Bring Partners Together

  • We bring together community partners, government agencies, academic institutions, and funders to address local health priorities with greater collaboration and coordination.

We Support Stronger Public Health Infrastructure

  • We prepare the next generation of public health workers through programs that provide skilled training and mentorship.

  • We provide technical assistance to public health organizations to help them sustain their work for the long-term.

The Programs We Lead

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The Colorado Cancer Coalition

We bring together a cross-sector collaborative working to prevent cancer, detect cancer early, and support survivors and caregivers in Colorado.

Regional Health Connector Program

We lead a statewide workforce building connections between clinical and community resources for a better-connected health system.

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Workforce Programs & Initiatives

We support the infrastructure needs of public health organizations and help public health professionals build skills and grow their careers. ​

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The Youth Sexual Health Program’s Next Chapter

After eight years as a program of Trailhead Institute, our Youth Sexual Health Program is blazing a new trail as Colorado Youth Informed (CYI).

If you, your community, or school district are seeking comprehensive sexual health education resources, trainings, or facilitation support, visit Colorado Youth Informed’s website and connect with them on LinkedIn and Instagram.

As one trail leads to another, look back at the milestones that helped bring us to this moment.

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Our Impact at a Glance in 2025

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Task forces taking action on prevention, early detection, treatment, and care priorities identified in the 2026-2030 Colorado Cancer Plan.
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Individuals trained through the Community Health Worker Training Program, strengthening Colorado’s Community Health Worker workforce.
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Connections made with clinics, community organizations, and public health agencies by Regional Health Connectors.
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Young people reached through sexual health-related trainings provided to 361 educators, parents, caregivers, community leaders, and youth.

Let’s Work Together

Contact us to learn how you can get involved in our programs, or how we can support your organization.