State-tribal relations

CDHS remains committed to working with the Ute Mountain Ute and the Southern Ute Indian tribes on a government-to-government basis. Each year, CDHS and the tribes engage in formal consultations, where partners identify priorities and set a strategic direction for collaboration for the upcoming year. Such consultations recognize the unique nature of government-to-government relationships between the Colorado and the two federally recognized tribes located within the state’s borders. And this commitment to collaboration ensures all Coloradans receive effective and efficient health and human services.

CDHS remains grateful for the continued relationship with both tribes as well as with the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs. State officials also look forward to strengthening these important relationships.

In addition to working with tribes, CDHS also works with several partners on American Indian affairs, including the Denver Indian Family Resource Center, Denver Indian Center, and Denver Indian Health and Family Services.