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From better health, to food security, to good education, housing is foundational to every aspect of well-being, building stronger communities, promoting economic growth, and providing opportunities for everyone to thrive.
Our Colorado-based, multi-sector coalition is working in coordination with the National Low-Income Housing Coalition to generate widespread support for local, state, and federal policies that correct long-standing racial inequities and economic injustices by ensuring quality housing for people with low incomes.
pay more than half of their limited incomes on rent, leaving very little for other basic needs such as groceries, childcare, or medication.
Opportunity Starts at Home: Colorado brings together partners from across the state who recognize that there is a dire need for more equitable, affordable, and accessible housing and that housing policies greatly impact their efforts to support Colorado communities.
Our partners include AFL-CIO, Colorado Children's Campaign, Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, Colorado Cross Disability Coalition, Colorado Education Association, Colorado Immigrants Rights Coalition, Criminal Justice Reform Coalition, Enterprise Community Partners, Headwater Protectors, Healthy Air and Water Colorado, Healthier Colorado, Hunger Free Colorado, Mental Health Colorado, and One Colorado.
Add affordable housing and housing-related issues to your policy agenda. Advocate for policies that prevent housing instability and homelessness. Be part of the movement by joining the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless' Advocacy Network.
Educate others on housing-related issues and policies and encourage them to take action, contact their elected officials, and vote. Follow OSAH, Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, and other OSAH partners on social media platforms and share with friends!
The first step in affecting change is voting. We’re offering remote and in-person opportunities to update registration or register for the first time. Click here to register now or check if your registration is current.
Learn more about housing needs and solutions in your community and share with your networks. Find an organization doing work that is meaningful to you and see how you can get involved. Check out all OSAH partners to advocate with an organization that inspires you.