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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO CHANGE THE WORLD, OR AT LEAST THE PIECE OF IT YOU'RE STANDING ON?</b> <p/>Over the past twenty years, we've seen a paradigmatic shift in the view of corporate engagement in social change. More corporations are looking beyond their core business to find ways to engage with consumers and stakeholders as change agents, whether it's to promote economic development in historically underserved communities or to promote human rights and social justice. <p/>Every day, more individuals and corporations are stepping up to say, "Asking the questions isn't enough; we need to be part of the answer." Organizations across varied industries are choosing to engage with challenges presented in their communities, because consumers and communities have heightened expectations that businesses will lean in to fill gaps in societal needs that government and independent individual efforts either cannot or have not addressed. <p/>This book is for you, social change agents, forward-thinking institutions, and disruptors, no matter who you are or where you work. Yes, your organization can make a powerful difference--and in this book Barry Ostrowsky and Michellene Davis share the insights, successes and failures, and strategies that RWJBarnabas Health has adopted through its ongoing process of turning its corporate ship toward its expanded mission.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Davis and Ostrowsky have demonstrated how visionary healthcare leadership at health systems can address historical injustices such as structural racism and poverty by leveraging the economic engine of the hospital to provide economic revitalization in disinvested neighborhoods. Davis and Ostrowsky have brought many of the ideas built out of their efforts in Newark to the national Healthcare Anchor Network where they are recognized as national leaders of this growing movement." --David A. Ansell, MD, MPH <br> Senior Vice President for Community Health Equity, Rush University Medical Center Associate Provost for Community Affairs, Rush University<br> "Ostrowsky and Davis have delivered an honest, behind-the-scenes look at RWJBarnabas Health's journey from an organization in the community to an organization of the community. Packed with insights, lessons learned, and practical advice from a host of leaders who have been in the trenches doing the hard work of transforming aspiration into action, Changing Missions, Changing Lives is a must-read for change agents looking for inspiration and real-world examples of how they too can create more just, equitable, and empowered communities."<br> --Jason Gromley<br> Director of Government Relations and Advocacy, <br> Share Our Strength<br> "Our time demands intentional and focused leadership for transformative change. Efforts to address the social determinants of health are more effective and sustainable when we go beyond service creation or coordination as the main goals for impact. We must also, and perhaps primarily, address policy and systems change. This must be done by intentionally considering the intersection and interdependence between our policies and practices in areas like humane housing, meaningful jobs, equitable education, social and cultural connectedness, thriving and nourishing natural ecosystems, and more. Clinical strategies alone won't lead to healthier outcomes. It is critically important to address the root causes of health problems and eliminate health inequities. Ostrowsky and Davis understand this intrinsically, morally, and practically. Their leadership at RWJBarnabas Health reflects a commitment to creating the pathways for a better tomorrow where all of our neighbors can thrive. We all might take heed and learn from the efforts, examples, and knowledge they share in this comprehensive book. When we embrace, share, and adopt these kinds of strategies, we can help to co-create a living legacy for generations to come."<br> --Brian Rahmer VP, Health & Housing, Enterprise Community Partners<br>

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