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Closing the year with hope
We knew 2025 would be difficult. And we can expect to face continued adversity in 2026. Yet, as we push forward to a future of unknown challenges, I feel compelled to pause and marvel at the resilience and generosity of this community – and to do so with deep hope and gratitude. With your support, Voces Unidas continues to make monumental strides in our transformational work to create a more equitable Colorado for all. From our home in the Western Slope to the Capitol Buildin

Alex Sánchez
Dec 19, 20253 min read


ICE detains longtime Colorado father after fake traffic stop
When Rafael would drive, his sons and family would joke that he drove too slow, like an old man. It was especially true when he would drive his work truck. So the red and blue lights with sirens on Monday morning were a surprise. Especially when the law enforcement officer who walked up to the vehicle said he had pulled him over for speeding. Still, Rafael handed over his driver’s license, thinking he was handing it to a local police officer. But as soon as the man in the bul

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Aug 28, 20253 min read


Actions by Colorado officials responsible for Latino distrust in law enforcement
A new poll of Latinos in Colorado shows a high level of distrust for local police and government. It’s no surprise to us as we've...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Aug 22, 20253 min read


Bond hearings in Routt County raise questions about ICE collaboration
Voces Unidas has unfortunately learned of two more cases that raise our suspicions that another local government agency could be...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Aug 13, 20252 min read


Voces Unidas meets with U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen to update her on our communities
Voces Unidas on Wednesday joined Leadville-based nonprofit Full Circle in a meeting with Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen to share the...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Aug 8, 20252 min read


More than 30 Latino leaders have now joined Voces Unidas for education and advocacy program in Mexico City
We wrapped up our third annual Civic Leader Education and Advocacy Program (CLEAP) in Mexico City over the weekend, bringing the number...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Apr 16, 20252 min read


Final two days of CLEAP combine leadership with education and cultural exchange
After a busy Wednesday meeting with Mexican federal policymakers in the halls of Congress, CLEAP participants returned in the conference...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Apr 11, 20251 min read


CLEAP Day 3: Participants put their advocacy skills to work in the halls of Mexico’s Congress
Civic Leader Education and Advocacy Program (CLEAP) participants put their freshly polished advocacy skills to work on Wednesday, meeting...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Apr 10, 20251 min read


CLEAP Day 2: Participants dig into policy discussions as they prep to meet with Mexican officials
Tuesday marked the start of CLEAP 2025 policy and planning sessions in Mexico City. The day included multiple sessions designed to...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Apr 9, 20251 min read


CLEAP participants receive warm welcome in Mexico City to kick off annual education and advocacy program
Mexico City warmly welcomed the incredible participants of our 2025 Civic Leader Education & Advocacy Program (CLEAP) on Monday, April 7,...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Apr 8, 20251 min read


2024: Thanks for an outstanding year
As 2024 draws to a close, I want to take this opportunity to personally thank you for another outstanding year at Voces Unidas. With your support, our organization continues to make significant strides in our transformational work in the central mountains toward a more equitable Colorado for all. We’re proud to see Colorado’s Latino community continue to speak out and lead on the issues that matter most to us. Thanks to you and all of our partners, we made our mark on 2024

Voces Unidas Action Fund
Dec 20, 20243 min read


10 Latino leaders selected for 2025 education and advocacy program in Mexico City
Ten Colorado Latino leaders have been selected to participate in Voces Unidas’ one-week leadership and advocacy program in Mexico City,...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Nov 20, 20241 min read


Voces Unidas ‘Seizes the Moment’ at UnidosUS conference in Vegas
Voces Unidas Vice President of Research, Federal Policy and Leadership, Dr. Olivia García, joined a panel of policy experts at the...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Jul 17, 20242 min read


Reflections from CLEAP participants on the final day in Mexico City
Civic Leader Education & Advocacy Program (CLEAP) participants spent their last day in Mexico City discussing how they can take what they...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Jun 3, 20241 min read


CLEAP participants visit Xochimilco
Civic Leader Education & Advocacy Program (CLEAP) participants spent a day exploring the historical site of Xochimilco. On the agenda for...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
Jun 2, 20241 min read


CLEAP participants engage Mexico’s top immigration, democracy research experts
Civic Leader Education & Advocacy Program (CLEAP) participants spent their day learning from a panel of experts from Mexico’s top...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
May 31, 20241 min read


CLEAP participants meet with officials in Mexico City
Civic Leader Education & Advocacy Program (CLEAP) participants spent day three in Mexico City meeting with Mexican federal policymakers...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
May 31, 20241 min read


CLEAP participants spend first-day discussing causes of forced migration
Civic Leader Education & Advocacy Program (CLEAP) participants spent their first full day in Mexico City learning about climate...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
May 29, 20242 min read


CLEAP participants arrive in Mexico City for education and advocacy program
Civic Leader Education & Advocacy Program (CLEAP) participants arrived in Mexico City on Tuesday, May 28 to start their 7-day leadership...

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
May 29, 20241 min read


Meet Dr. Olivia García
Voces Unidas is pleased to welcome Dr. Olivia García as Vice President of Research, Federal Policy and Leadership. Originally from El Paso, Tex., Dr. García has a PhD in Political Science from UCLA and brings more than 15 years of experience in policy, research and leadership at the national level. Most recently, Dr. García served as Director of Public Policy for Esperanza United, a national victims advocate nonprofit. Before Esperanza United, Dr. García was the Director for

Voces Unidas de las Montañas
May 23, 20242 min read
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