Advocacy:
The Colorado Council of Professional Archaeologists (CCPA) supports advocacy efforts that advance the protection and stewardship of Colorado’s cultural resources. While the organization may provide input on relevant legislation or policy, CCPA does not engage in partisan activity or endorse political candidates.
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Members are encouraged to use their expertise and voices as private citizens and professionals to support responsible preservation policy. The resources below are intended to assist members in taking informed action. Please note that individual advocacy reflects personal views and not the official position of CCPA unless formally authorized.
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Disclaimer: The external resources and links provided on this page are for informational purposes only. CCPA is not responsible for the content of external websites and does not necessarily endorse the views or positions expressed therein.
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ACRAsphere is the American Cultural Resources Association’s hub for legislative updates, industry advocacy, and professional news in cultural resource management (CRM). It tracks major policies and analyzes their effects on preservation funding and federal permitting. The page also highlights ACRA’s public engagement efforts and shares resources for CRM professionals.
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Take Action - Society for American Archaeology
The Take Action page is a central gateway for professionals to engage in archaeology-related advocacy, including repatriation, preservation, and legislative efforts. It offers position statements, government resources, and links to coalitions, encouraging archaeologists to participate in policy dialogues. The page also connects users to archives of past initiatives and guidance on building partnerships with advocacy groups.
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Fight Back - Cultural Heritage Partners
Fight Back is a rapid-response hub created to oppose the Trump administration’s Executive Order declaring a National Energy Emergency, which allows federal agencies to bypass Section 106 protections for historic and cultural sites. It tracks emergency-listed projects, provides legal analyses, and highlights lawsuits and press coverage challenging the order’s legitimacy. Visitors can find advocacy toolkits, submit preservation alerts, and join a network defending heritage from fast-tracked development.
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The Advocacy Toolkit for Colorado Archaeology provides resources and guidelines for advocating for archaeology and cultural resource preservation in Colorado. It includes templates for contacting elected officials, information about threats to historic preservation funding, and a directory of Colorado legislators.