A Foreword from the City of Long Beach
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and our health. While the city has been making investments
and progress on many fronts, many of our communities still
need better access to grocery stores, banks, good jobs, safe
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can reach their highest level of health and potential for a
successful life, regardless of their background, neighborhood, or
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to advance policy and systems changes, making injustice visible
using data and storytelling, and by building the city’s capacity
to advance equity through trainings, tools, and technical
assistance.
By engaging with community members and partnering with
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we have a better understanding of government’s role and
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services, and policies. This kind of culture shift requires a
long-term commitment and a willingness to co-create with
communities in responsive and engaging new ways.
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celebrate our progress toward a more equitable community with
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and the Everyone In economic inclusion initiative. I look forward
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place where everyone is healthy, safe, and thriving.

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City of Long Beach

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