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From Tragedy to Transformation: Reforming Criminal Justice, Policy, and the Mental Health System

July 15, 2022

This virtual event explored how the justice system and mental health and social supports can work together to identify more equitable paths to recovery and reentry into society.

Leg Details Of Black Female Gardener Tending To Organic Crops At Community Garden And Picking Up A Basket Full Of Produce

Environmental Stewardship

As the nation’s largest integrated health system, Kaiser Permanente is committed to promoting a healthy environment through responsible stewardship and sustainability practices.

A Mature African-American Man Teaching A Group Of Five Multiracial Children How To Grow Vegetable Plants In A Community Garden. He Is Holding A Tray Of Potted Plants, Kneeling Down So The Girls And Boys, 4 To 10 Years Old, Can See Them As He Talks. The Boy Standing Beside Him Is His Son.

Schools systems have the power to improve the health of the communities they serve. In addition to playing a critical role in improving access to mental and physical health services, schools can connect families to other critical community supports.

Being Thirsty. Pleasant Unhoused Woman Sitting At The Table While Wanting To Drink Water

Housing and Homelessness

Safe, stable housing is essential for good health.

Food and Nutrition

Lack of access to food and adequate nutrition impact health.