Stories Across the Branch

Every day, the people of the Colorado Judicial Department make a difference in our courtrooms, our probation offices, and our communities. Stories Across the Branch highlights the dedication, creativity, and impact of our employees and programs. From innovative initiatives to personal journeys of service, these stories showcase the work and values that bring our mission, vision, and values to life.

Explore how the Branch is building trust, supporting access to justice, and strengthening our culture one story at a time.

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Supporting dependency and neglect cases through collaboration and reform

8/19/2025, By Amy Woodward, Media Coordinator

The Court Improvement Program (CIP) is bringing together judges, social workers, attorneys, and other child and family advocacy groups to strengthen relationships and enhance approaches to dependency and neglect (D&N) cases, which are among the most sensitive and emotionally charged matters in Colorado’s state court system. 

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