Communities around the globe face common, vexing issues: improving economic conditions and reducing poverty; revitalizing neighborhoods and the natural environment; tackling chronic diseases largely caused by unhealthy lifestyles; cultivating sustainable food systems; providing access to quality healthcare, and addressing persistent inequities along racial and ethnic lines. Community Initiatives believes it is at the community level, and within the context of community, that we have the greatest opportunity to:

• Develop innovative and comprehensive solutions to these and related complex challenges;

• Implement policy changes that promote and facilitate healthy behaviors;

• Build authentic and trusting relationships across political, sectoral, class, racial and ethnic divisions;

• Establish enduring patterns of collaboration based upon a culture of caring and shared commitment to reciprocal stewardship; and

• Create and sustain the conditions that are foundational to our collective health and well-being.

Acting from these beliefs, CI offers a unique blend of content and policy expertise, together with the skills and tools essential for genuine collaboration.

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