Fortifying the
Movement in
Volatile Times
Wednesday, July 30–Friday, August 1
Keystone Conference Center | Keystone, Colorado
2025 Registration is officially sold out!
The 2025 Colorado Health Symposium is a space for action, collaboration and bold conversations.
Hosted by The Colorado Health Foundation, this annual convening unites health equity advocates, grassroots leaders, policymakers and changemakers who are working to address pressing issues and drive meaningful change.
More than just a conference, the Colorado Health Symposium is a space where new ideas take shape, partnerships are strengthened and innovative solutions emerge. This year’s theme, Fortifying the Movement in Volatile Times, reflects the urgency of the moment and the strategies needed to protect progress, amplify impact, and build long-term resilience.
Dates & Location
- Dates: July 30 – August 1, 2025
- Location: Keystone Conference Center, Keystone, CO
- Registration Deadline: Registration has officially sold out
Language and Accessibility
In our commitment to language justice and providing an inclusive and accessible conference experience, you can share your needs during registration.
Servicios de Interpretacion, traducción, asistencia técnica y preguntas
La Fundación tiene un firme compromiso con la justicia de idiomas y se esfuerza en ayudar a nuestros huéspedes a participar en el idioma de su corazón. Los servicios de interpretación y traducción estarán disponibles para asistirle durante el proceso de solicitud y de forma presencial para apoyarle durante el transcurso de la conferencia. Envíenos un correo electrónico a cohealthsymposium@coloradohealth.org con su nombre e idioma preferido, y un miembro de nuestro equipo se pondrá en contacto en un plazo de 24 horas laborables.
Translation Services, Technical Assistance and Questions
The Foundation strongly believes in language justice and strives to help our guests participate in the language of their hearts. Interpretation and translation services are available to assist you throughout the registration process and onsite to support you throughout the conference. Please email us at cohealthsymposium@coloradohealth.org with your name and preferred language, and a member of our team will contact you within one business day.
DAY 1Wednesday, July 30
Framing the Moment & Setting the Stage
Kick off with Flash Talks (TED-style presentations) and a keynote conversation to set the tone. Afternoon Poster Sessions and Capacity Building Workshops provide hands-on learning and real-time collaboration. The day concludes with wellness activities and social gatherings to foster meaningful connections.
DAY 2Thursday, July 31
Interactive Learning & Collective Strategy
An interactive plenary prioritizes audience participation and real-time dialogue. Afternoon Poster Sessions and Capacity Building Workshops deepen learning, while movement-based activities and networking spaces sustain engagement. The evening closes with a celebratory gathering filled with music, movement and community.
DAY 3Friday, August 1
Turning Ideas into Action
A day of practical application and strategy, featuring workshops that refine advocacy efforts, explore sustainability solutions and strengthen long-term planning. The event closes with a keynote session, offering reflections and next steps to sustain momentum.
Frequently Asked Questions
Theme: Fortifying the Movement in Volatile Times
Dates: July 30–August 1, 2025
Location: Keystone Conference Center | 633 Tennis Club Rd, Dillon, CO 80435
Event Logistics
All programming will take place at the Keystone Conference Center. Maps and directions are available on the Symposium website.
Check-in opens at 7:45 a.m. in the Shavano Foyer. Breakfast starts at 8:00 a.m., and programming starts at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive at least 20 minutes early to take your on-site COVID test, or present a photo of a self-administered negative COVID test taken within the prior 24 hours. The Symposium concludes by 12:30pm on Friday, August 1.
Complimentary day-use parking is available in the Lakeside Village Conference Center lot. Overnight parking for Keystone Lodge guests is $10 per night. Free shuttles run throughout the resort. Please see the Keystone Transportation Map for details on shuttle service.
Colorado business casual. We recommend dressing in layers, as temperatures can fluctuate indoors and outdoors. Bring sunscreen, a water bottle, and comfortable shoes for optional wellness activities like yoga and hiking.
The full agenda, including session descriptions, speakers, and locations, is available on the Symposium website and in the 2025 CHS Mobile App. We encourage you to download the app prior to arriving and log in to access personalized scheduling, networking tools, and updates.
COVID-19 Protocols
To support community health and safety:
- Arrive at least 20 minutes early on your first day for a required on-site COVID-19 test, OR
- Present a photo of a self-administered negative COVID test taken within the prior 24 hours.
Security and Safety
- Attendees must wear their Symposium badge at all times.
- Individuals without a badge will not be permitted to enter the venue.
- Plainclothes security personnel will be onsite throughout the event.
- Weapons of any kind are not permitted on the premises.
Please be mindful of your surroundings. If you see something concerning, notify event staff immediately.
Participation and Inclusion
The Symposium includes a range of offerings:
- Keynote and plenary sessions
- Interactive workshops
- Poster sessions
- Flash talks
- Networking and wellness activities
- Rejuvenation and reflection time
- Dance Party on Thursday evening
- We also encourage exploring organic opportunities to discuss bold ideas, engage in narrative-shifting storytelling, and connect with other advocates from across Colorado and beyond.
We are committed to creating a space of belonging. All attendees are expected to:
- Treat others with respect and care
- Listen actively and consider diverse perspectives
- Communicate with openness and thoughtfulness
- Uphold the policies of the venue
Together, we can co-create an environment rooted in justice, restoration, and collective learning.
Language and Accessibility
Yes. Spanish/English and ASL/English interpretation will be available throughout the Symposium, provided by the Community Language Cooperative.
If you indicated a need during registration (e.g., mobility support, lactation room, interpretation), you’ll receive more info at check-in.
Community and Connection
Yes! The 2025 CHS Mobile App is your go-to guide for:
- The full agenda and speaker info
- Maps and session locations
- Attendee list
- Messaging and networking tools
You’ll receive download instructions by email. Be sure to sign in to access all features.
Use the app’s Networking feature to share contact info, find people with shared interests, and start conversations before, during, and after the event.
Special Programs
Selected organizations will share innovative approaches to advancing equity through posters displayed throughout the event. Designated discussion times allow attendees to learn directly from presenters.
Our 2025 Symposium Fellows are community leaders from across the state who are new to the Symposium.
Need Help?
Email us at cohealthsymposium@coloradohealth.org with any questions or concerns.
