In the months since the COVID vaccination efforts kicked off in the state, we’ve made enormous strides – over half of Colorado’s state population has been at least partially vaccinated to date, and community vaccine sites are emerging thanks in large part to organizations and leaders championing the cause. While there may no longer be […]
As part of our effort to address vaccine hesitancy, we heeded the call from community connectors, health navigators and direct service providers to provide skills and techniques to successfully engage unvaccinated folks in conversations encouraging them to get the vaccine. So many connectors are over-worked and burnt-out, and feel they have very little tools to […]
As our communities recover, we have an eye on those most adversely impacted by COVID-19, the economic downturn, and inequitable systems. Prior to the pandemic, low-income riders made up about half of RTD transit riders, and those who continue to rely on public transportation are mostly Black, Brown, Indigenous, other people of color and low-income […]
“in community, our potential is truly realized…we have the capacity to hold each other, serve each other, heal each other, create for and with each other, forgive each other, and liberate ourselves and each other.” – adrienne maree brown, “in relationship with others” blog post, July 7, 2009 The rapid worldwide spread of COVID-19 greatly […]
Last year was difficult for everyone. But through the efforts of those around the Mile High Connects collaborative table, we were able to come together to ensure our region’s residents had a roof over their heads, food on their table, and access to transit. Mile High Connects is pleased to share it’s 2019-2020 Impact Report […]
Come work with Mile High Connects! We are hiring a Grants Manager and Program Officer. These roles will collaborate with the Executive Director and senior leadership to execute the collaborative’s strategic direction and programs. Mile High Connects (MHC) is a broad collaborative of private, public, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders committed to ensuring that all residents […]
The Mile High Connects coalition has been hard at work outlining its priorities for the next year. This workplan represents the work of our steering committee and partners, coming together to advance equitable development in the Denver metro region. Who are our partners coming together with Mile High Connects? (Note: These partners are working on […]
Mile High Connects and Denver Streets Partnership joined forces to host Get on the Bus: Transit Justice Forum. This conversation honed in on the connection between public transit, workforce, and the climate crisis. “This is a dramatical different conversation at the federal level when it comes to funding for transportation,” said Ariana Gonzalez, moderator and […]
As a collaborative committed to a racially equitable and resilient Denver region, we stand with the Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) community as we collectively grieve the horrific acts of violence in Georgia. While it may be difficult for some to believe the horrors of Tuesday following this summer’s racial awakening, people of color […]
The Mile High Connects is hiring a Grants Manager and Program Officer. These roles will collaborate with the Executive Director and senior leadership to execute the collaborative’s strategic direction and programs. Mile High Connects (MHC) is a broad collaborative of private, public, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders committed to ensuring that all residents of the Metro […]
