Develops research, programs, and initiatives designed to envision and activate sustainable solutions leading to better health for individuals and communities worldwide.
In light of COVID-19, it is evident that the government plays a pivotal role in taking measures to a
ddress some of society’s biggest problems. From climate change to food insecurity and affordable housing, cities face unique challenges., How can we ensure that the best ideas and innovators are supported?, Additionally, cities are already experiencing the detrimental effects of climate change; over 90 percent of all urban areas are coastal.
Our country is currently in the midst of two public health emergencies. The first one is clear to al
l of us, as the COVID-19 pandemic has had a widespread impact across our nation like few other events in our history., Even though it is incredibly daunting to be dealing with two public health emergencies at the same time, it also provides us with a unique opportunity to develop solutions that can influence the health of our communities. , In order to solve both of these public health emergencies, we need to take immediate actions to help prevent the continued spread of COVID-19 in underserved communities and make longer-term changes that address social