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Twenty Years of Life - Challenging Health Disparities Through Community Investment

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the profound impact of zip code on health outcomes and life expectancy in this thought-provoking discussion based on Suzanne Bohan's book "Twenty Years of Life." Delve into The California Endowment's innovative $1 billion investment strategy aimed at empowering communities to advocate for their own interests and tackle health disparities. Learn from experts, including the author and community leaders, about successful approaches to creating positive change in challenging and diverse neighborhoods. Gain valuable insights into how investing in community power can drive reform at local and state levels, potentially offering a model for addressing health inequities nationwide.

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Twenty Years of Life: Challenging Health Disparities and Inequities by Investing in Communities


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The Aspen Institute

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