MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS

Throughout this century, the AFT has been a major force for preserving and strengthening America's democratic commitment to public education and public service. Desegregating public schools, passing the landmark Elementary and Secondary Education Act, establishing collective bargaining for teachers and other public employees, and addressing the needs of disadvantaged children are just a few of the causes the AFT has championed. Learn more at co.aft.org.

Black Parent Network (BPN) started as a small number of parents exchanging ideas on how to navigate the educational system of Aurora and Denver Public Schools. As we met new parents, we recognized that the challenges faced by Black students were similar throughout the Front Range and Colorado. Thus, we decided to form a network of parents who articulated their needs and willingness to work together as a group to address those needs. Learn more at blackparentnetwork.org.

As the largest and most experienced public sector health plan in the state, Colorado Access is a nonprofit organization that works beyond just navigating health services. The company focuses on meeting members’ unique needs by partnering with providers and community organizations to provide better personalized care through measurable results. Their broad and deep view of regional and local systems allows them to stay focused on members’ care while collaborating on measurable and economically sustainable systems that serve them better. Learn more at coaccess.com.

Engage Jeffco is a group of passionate and committed caregivers that wants to partner with the District to ensure that ALL children have equitable access to a world-class PUBLIC education. Learn more at engagejeffco.org.

Great Education Colorado began in a Denver living room filled with parents sharing concerns about the chronic under-funding of public education that was affecting students’ educational experiences, civic and community unity, and economic prosperity. We have since grown to be a well-respected source of information and conduit of public input to the voters, legislature and state leaders on issues concerning honest, equitable and fully funded public education. Learn more at greateducation.org.

Since 1887, Mile High United Way has brought people together to solve our region’s most pressing issues. From early childhood education and homelessness to food security and economic mobility — we have united people, ideas and resources to advance the common good. Three interconnected community priorities guide our programs and investments: giving all children a strong start, supporting education and academic success, and creating economic opportunity for all. Learn more at unitedwaydenver.org.

The Partnership for Equity & Education Rights (PEER) is a state- and territory-led network dedicated to ensuring public schools are funded based on student needs, not their neighborhood. Informed by communities, families, and students, PEER partners with 22 states and territories to build a national movement for strong, well-funded public schools in every community. Learn more at peerforeducation.org.

YCD is a youth-led leadership and activism training program, where students ages 11-18 can build community, develop their identity and self-confidence, learn critical skills for advocacy and changemaking, and ignite a passion for advancing inclusion and justice in our communities. Learn more at ycdiversity.org.