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优先级

The Colorado Health Foundation has chosen 10 priority areas where we believe our efforts can make a real difference in the health of people throughout Colorado. We know that these areas are connected and if we address them, 在一起, we can make an impact on the unfair differences in health and opportunities that exist in Colorado. Learn why these priorities are so important to health equity and racial justice, and we encourage you to reach out to one of our 项目官员 dedicated to each area for questions.

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Learn why and how we support recovery services for substance abuse and mental health. It's important that these programs are easy to access and works in ways that align with a person’s background, culture and values.

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Learn why and how we support bringing the interests of low-收入 communities and people of color to influence public policy. Their voices can contribute to policy outcomes that improve and advance health equity.

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Affordable Housing

Learn why and how we support pathways to create a more inclusive housing market. Public health research has shown a strong link between housing and health-related issues, including racial and socioeconomic segregation.

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Learn why and how we drive lasting change so individuals, organizations and communities have the resources they need to exercise their power and work 在一起 to advance health equity and racial justice.

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Community Solutions

Learn why and how we support communities in identifying and addressing health challenges on their own terms. They have the cultural context and relationships needed to identify and solve the public health issues they experience.

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Economic Opportunity

Learn why and how we support economic opportunity for all Coloradans. Financial well-being and health go hand in hand. When people have fewer economic concerns, they are more likely to maintain a baseline of health.

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Food Access and Security

Learn why and how we support Coloradans with finding access to nutritious food. It's fundamental to health. People experiencing food insecurity are more likely to report poor general and mental health when compared to others.

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Locally Focused Work

Learn why and how we center the power of local communities to drive real change. We're working closely with nine communities across Colorado that reflect some of the biggest disparities around health, 收入, geographic and other identities.

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Learn why and how we work in communities across Colorado to ensure everyone has access to high-quality, 以病人为中心, comprehensive primary care. Without it, Coloradans of color may experience worse health outcomes.

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Thriving Young People

Learn why and how we work towards a future where physical and mental health is in reach for all young people in our state, especially for those who experience greater health inequities.

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