More than two-thirds of adults and one-third of children in America are obese or at risk for obesity. To reverse this epidemic, we must identify the policy and environmental changes that lead to increased physical activity and better nutrition. We also must support the advocacy that will result in widespread adoption of those policies.
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To catalyze and support policy and environmental change projects to promote children's physical activity and healthy eating, especially in lower-income and racial/ethnic communities at greatest risk.
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To reverse the epidemic by supporting the center's efforts to: synthesize the evidence; provide expertise and resources to organizations, policy-makers, and communities working to prevent childhood obesity.
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To stimulate and support investigator-initiated research and build a field of researchers focused on preventing obesity among Latino children.
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To stimulate and support research to identify environmental factors and policies that influence physical activity, especially among children and families in low-income communities.
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To support and disseminate focused investigator-initiated research and policy analysis to identify effective policy and environmental strategies for reversing the rise in childhood obesity by 2015.
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To work with elected and appointed officials to create and promote healthier communities.
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To build state and national momentum to reverse the epidemic of childhood obesity through strategic investment in those communities most affected.
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Program to support efforts of schools and communities to increase access to healthy, lower-calorie foods.
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Program to support efforts of senior service organizations to increase access to healthy, lower- calorie foods and opportunities for safe, daily physical activity.
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Program to support efforts of schools and communities to increase access to healthy, lower calorie foods.