We’re building grassroots power here.

We’re building grassroots power here.

Our Work

Western Colorado Alliance for Community Action brings people together to build grassroots power through community organizing and leadership development. We believe that right now, today, we have the ability and opportunity to create a future where engaged local voices are leading communities across Western Colorado that are healthy, just and self-reliant.

Grassroots Democracy

We believe our democracy only works when ordinary folks have a voice in decisions that affect our lives. Community organizing is rooted in working with people to develop the skill and will for people to take action to improve our communities and the quality of life for all.

Climate and Environment

We believe that our region can be part of the climate solution, creating a just and sustainable energy future. Western Colorado has a long history of energy and mineral extraction, leaving a legacy of pollution and impacts. Now we have the opportunity to address this history of impacts and lead the way for a just and equitable energy transition.

Homegrown Prosperity

We believe our rural communities can thrive through homegrown prosperity where the Western Slope is home to diverse and resilient local economies that work for all of us and don’t leave people behind.

Leadership Development

We believe in shared leadership and in everyone’s potential to be a leader with the right encouragement and support. When people act on their vision and values and come together to achieve change in their communities, they are exercising true leadership.

Affiliates

Five local affiliates are the “roots” in Western Colorado Alliance’s grassroots efforts. It’s here that you can work with your neighbors to improve your local community, and tap into our Alliance’s training and support resources — all while building our collective power. As a member of a local affiliate, you can choose to get involved in a local issue campaign and/or any of our Alliance’s regional issue work.