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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Statement Regarding Release of "In It for Good: 2012" Annual Progress Report by Partnership for a Healthier America

March 7, 2013 | Commentary

RWJF President and CEO Risa Lavizzo-Mourey sees "pockets of progress toward reversing the childhood obesity epidemic," but says more needs to be done.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Statement Regarding the Proposal of Updated Nutrition Standards for School Snack Foods and Beverages

February 1, 2013 | News Release

The USDA proposed updated nutrition standards. Foundation President and CEO Risa Lavizzo-Mourey released a statement.

Statement Regarding The Walt Disney Company's Pledge to Help Prevent Childhood Obesity Through New Marketing Standards

June 5, 2012 | Commentary/Story/Staff and Leadership

"Having fun is an important part of growing up. But kids can’t have fun if they aren’t healthy. We commend Disney for recognizing that, and for making changes in their business model to help kids lead healthier lives.”

New USDA School Meal Guidelines: Paving the Way for a Healthier Future for Millions of Children

January 24, 2012 | Commentary/Story

“These changes are badly needed. Although many schools have made significant improvements to their meal programs, we must ensure that all schools strive to provide more nutritious meals for students."

RWJF Statement Regarding Grocery Store Initiative

July 20, 2011 | Story

A statement by Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, M.D., M.B.A., president and CEO of the RWJF, regarding the commitment by several leading food retailers to build or expand supermarkets and grocery stores in underserved communities.

Major Progress to Improve School Meals

April 6, 2011 | Story

More fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and fewer calories and unhealthy fats.

A Statement by Risa Lavizzo-Mourey on the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act

December 12, 2010 | Story

"We must take every opportunity afforded by this new law to improve the quality of meals, snacks and drinks available to students."

Kids to Congress: Pass the Healthy School Lunch Bill

November 15, 2010 | Story

This op-ed by Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, was published November 16, 2010, by The Hill.

Remarks at the 2010 Healthy Schools Forum

June 15, 2010 | Commentary

Alliance for a Healthier Generation recognizes a record number of schools nationwide.

RWJF Statement Regarding Industry Pledge to Remove 1.5 Trillion Calories from U.S. Marketplace

May 17, 2010 | Story

The following is a statement by Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

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