For 32 years, Citizens Project has been a fierce advocate for equity, inclusion, and justice in the Pikes Peak region. As a nonpartisan organization, we believe that civic engagement is essential to the well-being of all communities. We collaborate with partners in traditionally marginalized communities to create representative legislation and foster public participation. Our efforts are concentrated in high-impact areas, with current initiatives focusing on Southeast Colorado Springs and youth.
Equity and advocacy work are deeply personal for us. Many of our staff members have strong ties to the Southeast and have directly experienced the systemic inequalities that have hindered both individual communities and the city as a whole from reaching their full potential. We are passionately invested in this work because we believe that striving for equity fosters a more just, stable, and healthy society.
Our goal is to reduce equity gaps for historically marginalized communities by advocating for equitable policy changes in partnership with local organizations, and by empowering communities through resources like our voting guides, candidate forums, and GOTV initiatives.
Residents born in Southeast Colorado Springs have a life expectancy that is 16 years shorter than those born anywhere else in Colorado Springs.
“Citizens Project is one of the few organizations that work for the whole community. Citizens Project has a big history and an even bigger future as THE voice for inclusion, voter engagement, and creating a vibrant, welcoming community where all can thrive.” — Anonymous attendee of our Creating Community Breakfast
Phone: (719) 520-9899