Research and Policy Analysis

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CLLARO's research and policy analysis prioritizes important time-sensitive policy.

Latinos are an increasingly important presence in Colorado.  Today, Latinos are nearly 25% of the state’s population. And thanks to their higher birth rates, their numbers are increasing.  The Colorado State Demographer projects that by 2050, Latinos will be one in three. (Colorado State Demographer, Population of Colorado’s Race and Ethnic Groups, 2000-2040, 2018:Denver)

The needs and aspirations of Latinos in Colorado have not been adequately researched and are not adequately understood by policymakers.

The size and composition of Latino families are changing.  CLLARO research is examining the consequences of those trends. For example, there is a rapidly growing population of Latinos over 65 years of age. CLLARO's research and policy department has conducted groundbreaking original research on social isolation of Latino elders and its affect on their heath and well-being.

https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/older-latinos-face-higher-social-isolation-a-new-study-hopes-to-help

In addition, CLLARO conducts culturally responsive bilingual meeting facilitation and evaluation for other organizations.

More Programs

2024 cohort

Leadership Development—Capitol Fellowship Program

The CLLARO Capitol Fellowship Program develops the next generation of leaders knowledgeable about the state legislative policy process.
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Policy Advocacy

CLLARO advocates for legislation and policies at the Colorado Capitol to benefit lower income and vulnerable members of the Latino community.