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CIRC Kicks off Immigrant Heritage Month by Sponsoring Motus Theater’s Gallery Exhibit: “UndocuAmerica: Reclaiming Our Presence”
CIRC Kicks off Immigrant Heritage Month by Sponsoring Motus Theater's Gallery Exhibit: “UndocuAmerica: Reclaiming Our Presence”
Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition and the ACLU of Colorado Condemn Douglas and El Paso County Lawsuit
CIRC condemns lawsuit by Douglas and El Paso Counties challenging Colorado laws safeguarding residents from detention and deportation.
Washington Post Analyzes Colorado Springs’ Stance on Newly Arriving Immigrants
A new Washington Post article dives deeper into Colorado Springs' decision to pass a non-sanctuary & anti-immigrant resolution.
Weld & Montrose County Back Down From ‘Political Theater’ of Non-Sanctuary City Resolutions
Weld County & Montrose reject their proposed anti-immigrant resolutions in response to community opposition.
CIRC Hosts TPS Clinic for Newly Arriving Immigrants
CIRC & AFSC partner to host a free TPS workshop to support newly arriving immigrants in their TPS & work permit application process.
New Health Insurance Guides Released!
Health Insurance Guide for Undocumented Immigrants and DACA recipients in Colorado through OmniSalud and the Colorado Option.
CIRC Testifies Against Aurora Anti-Immigrant Resolution
CIRC testifies against anti-immigrant resolution in Aurora, which passed despite immense oppositional testimony.
CIRC Testifies Against Law to Remove Protections for Immigrants & Increase Police Collaboration with ICE
CIRC Team Testifies Against Law to Remove Protections for Immigrants & Increase Police Collaboration with ICE.
CIRC Organizes Rally in Colorado Springs in Response to Anti-Immigrant Resolution
CIRC Organizes Community Rally in Colorado Springs in Response to Anti-Immigrant Resolution in partnership with the DSA.
Colorado Joins Other States to Expand Access to Healthcare for Immigrants
Colorado joins other states to expand access to health insurance for immigrants! Participants in new health program share their experience.
CIRC Member Explains Benefits of Healthcare Expansion for Immigrants in Colorado
Colorado’s expansion of health benefits for immigrants, regardless of immigration status, is highlighted in this Colorado Newsline Article. CIRC Member Adriana Miranda shares her story and the impact the OmniSalud […]
Media Coverage of Pilgrimage for Citizenship
From December 1st through December 4th, CIRC Federal Steering Committee leaders walked a 60-mile pilgrimage from Denver to Greeley to urge Congresswoman Caraveo and Senators Bennet & Hickenlooper to support creating […]
CIRC Featured in National Report on Winning Health for All
CIRC is proud to be featured in the National Immigration Law Center’s report, “On the Path Toward Health for All: A Winning Strategy.” This report captures the challenges and opportunities […]
Pilgrimage for Citizenship: Advocates Prepare for Final Day and March to Congresswoman Caraveo’s Greeley Office
Platteville, CO — After 3 arduous days of walking and sleeping in churches offering shelter, community leaders prepare to reach their final destination for the Pilgrimage for Citizenship – Congresswoman […]
Pilgrimage for Citizenship: Advocates Start March from Denver to Greeley to Advocate for Registry Law Update
Today, immigrant leaders gathered at the Colorado State Capitol West Steps to mark the start of their 60-mile Pilgrimage for Citizenship. Over the next 4 days, they will walk from Denver to Greeley, arriving at the Greeley district office of Congresswoman Caraveo on Monday, December 4th. This pilgrimage is dedicated to honoring the contribution of millions of immigrants and urging Congresswoman Caraveo and Senators Bennet & Hickenlooper to reconsider their positions on the registry update and join the rest of the Colorado Democratic delegation in supporting a pathway to citizenship through updating the registry law.
OmniSalud Health Insurance for undocumented Coloradans reaches 11,000 enrollments in just 2 days
After just two short days, enrollment for the OmniSalud Health Insurance program filled to maximum capacity. Several articles by National World News, CBS Colorado, NPR of Northern Colorado, and Public […]
OmniSalud Health Insurance for Undocumented Coloradans Enrollment Hits Funding Cap in Just 2 Days; Demonstrates Need For More Investment
Denver, CO — The Colorado Consumer Health Initiative and Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition are amazed that the OmniSalud program – which allows low-income undocumented Coloradans and DACA recipients to enroll […]
Our Hearts are Heavy: A Call for Ceasefire in Palestine
The Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition (CIRC) stands, with heavy hearts, mourning the Israeli and Palestinian lives lost. We condemn the loss of life and attacks on Israeli and Palestinian civilians; […]
Colorado joins National Day of Action at the GEO Detention Center in Aurora
Aurora, CO – On September 15, 2023, the American Friends Service Committee, the Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network, Denver Justice and Peace Committee, COLOR Latina and the Colorado Immigrant Rights […]
Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition Responds to Judge’s Ruling on DACA, Calls for Immediate Congressional Action
Denver, CO — Today, Judge Hanen of the Southern District of Texas ruled against DACA in the Texas v.s. United States DACA case, creating uncertainty for over 13,000 DACA recipients […]