Join Us at the 2026 Colorado Chapter Summit

You're invited to be part of the 2026 Colorado Chapter Summit at Red Rocks Community College in Lakewood. Whether you're new to public participation or an experienced practitioner, this Summit is an opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired. Meet colleagues from across Colorado, including the Eastern Plains, the Front Range, Metropolitan Denver, the Mountain communities, and the Western Slope, as we share ideas, explore real world challenges, and celebrate the power of meaningful community engagement. Come away with practical tools, fresh perspectives, and lasting professional connections in a welcoming and collaborative environment.

Click here to learn more and register. We look forward to seeing you there!

Become a Summit Sponsor

We invite you to partner with us as a sponsor of the 2026 IAP2 USA Colorado Chapter Summit. Your support helps create an engaging and impactful experience for public participation professionals from across Colorado while showcasing your organization's commitment to meaningful community engagement. With three sponsorship levels available, you'll gain valuable visibility, build meaningful connections with leaders in the field, and help make this premier event possible.

Click here to explore sponsorship opportunities and discover how your organization can make a lasting impact. We look forward to partnering with you!

Share Your Experience at the 2026 Colorado Chapter Learning Summit

Your peers want to hear from you! The Colorado Chapter of IAP2 is hosting a one day Learning Summit on October 22, 2026, in Lakewood, Colorado. As we prepare for this professional development event, we are inviting individuals and groups to submit session proposals that share ideas, experiences, lessons learned, and innovative approaches to public participation.

Session proposals will be accepted through August 07, 2026. The Summit Planning Committee will review submissions and select sessions that align with IAP2’s foundational principles and create a meaningful learning experience for public participation practitioners throughout Colorado.

Submit your session proposal today!