Our Staff

Isabel Cruz
Policy Director
Isabel is a passionate advocate dedicated to amplifying the voices of consumers and marginalized communities to promote equity and wellness in Colorado. Originally hailing from Brooklyn, NY, Isabel earned her BA in Sociology from Yale University with a certificate from the Multidisciplinary Academic Program in Human Rights. With over 6 years of experience in nonprofits across New York, New Haven, and Denver, she has dedicated her career to building power and nurturing leadership across diverse stakeholders to advance social change. In her role as Policy Director at CCHI, Isabel is committed to bringing people together to advocate for policy solutions that ensure all Coloradans can access affordable and affirming healthcare. In her free time, you can find her exploring on her bike, taking her dog Mariposa on hikes and walks, and playing Ultimate Frisbee!
Colorado Consumer Health Initiative
303 E 17th Ave, Suite 400
Denver, CO 80203
303.839.1261
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Know Your Rights | Conozca Sus Derechos Aug 2025
Join CCHI Wednesday, August 20th for our virtual webinar: Know Your Rights, Accessing Health Care in Colorado! ¡Únase a CCHI el miércoles 20 de agosto para nuestro seminario virtual: Conozca sus derechos, acceso a la atención médica en Colorado!
Medical Debt Workshop / Taller sobre la deuda médica
Medical Debt Workshop Tuesday, July 22nd Virtual: 6:00-7:30 pm on ZoomHealth care costs are the leading reason for bancruptcy and 41% of adults in the US have medical debt. Enough is enough! No one should have to forgo the health care they need because they fear...
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