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Part 2: Becoming a Walkable Community

Part 2: Becoming a Walkable Community

Part One of this topic discussed the meaning of walkability and why it matters. However, even for communities where citizens and elected officials rally behind the value of walkability and are ready to make improvements, it can be difficult to know where to start....

Part 1: The Importance of Walkable Communities

Part 1: The Importance of Walkable Communities

What is walkability? The most basic definition is simply, “the ability to walk.” However, true walkability is so much more than that. It can affect everyday decisions and quality of life in ways you may not even realize. Last week my husband realized that he often...

How Multi-Sector Health Partnerships Evolve

Strong partnerships spanning an array of sectors—including public health, housing, education, transportation and others—are the bedrocks of healthy communities. How do they evolve and what makes them successful?

Creating Active Outdoor Opportunities for All

Creating Active Outdoor Opportunities for All

For people with disabilities, discovering the power of play starts with access, opportunity, and inclusion. Through organized efforts to create opportunities for people with disabilities, we can address health disparities that lead to physical inactivity.