Accelerating Policy Change in California’s Central Valley

An in-person convening on community health in Fresno, CA

Join ChangeLab Solutions and our local partners for the first regional convening in our Accelerating Policy Change series on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in Fresno, California! This in-person event is for leaders in public health, government, community-based organizations, business, and health care who want to navigate legal and policy barriers to advancing health and well-being in their communities. Strategies will focus on people-centered policymaking to ensure that those whose health and lives are most affected by policies can have a voice in the process.

Across California’s Central Valley, changemakers like you are working diligently to improve residents’ health and well-being. By focusing on the laws and policies that shape where we live, community-based organizations, local health departments, and other government agencies can work together to create far-reaching impacts. Register now.

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EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Through interactive sessions, small-group activities, and expert panels, you’ll gain knowledge on reading and understanding the law; differences between education, advocacy, and lobbying; and steps in the process of policy change.

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BUILD CONNECTIONS

You'll hear about ways to find more opportunities for community-centered policy change with your partners. Real-world examples of successes and lessons learned will be shared, to inspire your work.

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TAKE ACTION

During the convening, you'll develop your own next steps so that you can immediately apply your increased knowledge to work that serves your community. Afterward, you’ll receive a certificate of completion and a resource guide to support your endeavors.

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