When systems are working towards centering on wellbeing, efforts can show up in a wide variety of ways. Explore some examples below.
Explore our examples of how visionaries across the country are advancing wellbeing and equity in their communities, systems and sectors. You can search for examples by location, issue area and the principles they bring to life.
We believe paying attention to the wellbeing of the people, families and communities we work with leads to improved health outcomes - not the reverse. Maxine’s story, the story of a Haitian refugee living with HIV in New York, demonstrates the reasons why.
Hear from survivors of domestic violence, how they define success for themselves, and the disconnects between survivors' voices and the programs designed to support them. You'll learn how domestic violence is not central to most survivors' identity -- and how we can redefine success from a survivor's perspective.
Marcus was on the verge of being expelled for truancy and entered into the juvenile justice system - until a court officer chose to see him as a whole person instead of a school dropout. By understanding the tradeoffs Marcus faced around going to school, a completely different response emerged.
Mitchell’s story is familiar, like those of a significant number of youth and families involved in the child welfare system for neglect. His story reminds us that even the best intentions can catalyze new harms. Read further to see how focusing on wellbeing can change outcomes for youth and families.
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