The recent passage of the federal budget reconciliation bill marks a pivotal and urgent moment — one that threatens the stability of families and immigrant communities across Colorado.

- Julissa Soto.

This bill includes harmful cuts to Medicaid, food assistance, and health insurance subsidies. While framed as fiscal measures, these cuts will deeply affect the very people who depend on these programs for basic health, nourishment, and survival

The Immigrant Health Access Collaborative (IHAC) is a growing, cross-sector movement committed to equity, access, and dignity in healthcare for immigrant communities across Colorado.

IHAC is a statewide initiative working to protect and expand healthcare access for Colorado’s immigrant communities — regardless of immigration status or type of health coverage.

Founded in response to urgent community needs and shifting policy landscapes, IHAC brings together community-based organizations, public health leaders, legal advocates, and healthcare providers to build a coordinated, culturally responsive approach to immigrant health.

We know that when systems change, immigrant families are often the first to feel the impact — and the last to be heard. IHAC exists to change that.

Through collaboration, shared resources, and united advocacy, we work to ensure that immigrant voices lead the conversation and that every person in Colorado — no matter where they come from — has the right to access care with dignity, equity, and respect.

Our Purpose

To create a trusted, cross-sector network that:

Aligns on policy and advocacy strategies impacting immigrant communities
Coordinates culturally responsive outreach and education
Builds stronger relationships across organizations serving immigrants of all coverage types — including those on Medicaid, uninsured, and privately insured

What We Do

Coordinate culturally responsive outreach and education
Align policy and advocacy strategies impacting immigrant communities
Host monthly virtual collaboration meetings
Share tools, resources, and updates
Strengthen networks between organizations serving immigrant populations across all coverage types (Medicaid, uninsured, privately insured)

Why It Matters

Colorado’s immigrant communities are facing major shifts in healthcare access — including the expansion of Medicaid and sudden federal budget cuts. This is a critical moment to unite, inform, and ensure that immigrant voices are at the forefront of decisions that affect their lives.

We cannot afford to wait. We must organize now.

Geographic Focus

IHAC prioritizes outreach and collaboration across:

Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, El Paso, Elbert, Gilpin, Jefferson, Park, and Teller counties.

We invite all who serve or advocate for immigrant communities:

Community-based organizations
Navigators, promotoras, and grassroots leaders
Health care providers and enrollment specialists
Legal services and policy advocates
Public health departments and systems

Join Us. Take Action.

IHAC is not standing by. We are:

Mitigating harm through coordinated response
Partnering with state agencies and local providers
Building community power with compassion and urgency
If you believe in equity, dignity, and immigrant-led change — we need you with us.

Join today. Complete the interest form.