Culture of Health Action Framework

Culture of Health Action Framework At RWJF, building a Culture of Health is our central focus. But we are well aware that no individual, community, organization or initiative can change the trajectory of America's health alone. Developed in collaboration with the RAND Corporation, our Culture of Health Action Framework sets a national agenda to improve health, equity and well-being. Informed by rigorous research on the multiple factors which affect health, it recognizes there are many ways to build a Culture of Health, and provides numerous entry points for all types of organizations to get involved. Building a Culture of Health CULTURE OF HEALTH: A national framework for improving health, equity and well-being LEARN MORE A Focus on Health Equity Achieving Health Equity What does 'health equity' really mean, and what can you do to help ensure that everyone has the basics to be healthy? Learn more A critical aspect of a Culture of Health is health equity, which in essence means we all have the basics to be as healthy as possible. Yet at present, for too many, prospects for good health are limited by where we live, how much money we make, or discrimination we face. To achieve health equity, we need to address these barriers and shift values so seeking to be healthy is a part of everything we do. A Compass for the Nation—and for Us At the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the vision of a Culture of Health—with health equity at the center—is our north star. It guides every aspect of our work—from our grantmaking focus areas, to the types of research and initiatives we fund, to how we assess the effectiveness of our grant programs. At the same time, we realize that building a Culture of Health will take unprecedented collaboration. Across our work, we welcome new partnerships and ideas from all sectors that can help advance the common cause of better health for all. Learn more about how RWJF works to build a Culture of Health. RWJF Culture of Health Prize Meet the latest prize winners and explore their stories. 2019 Annual Message Richard Besser spotlights housing as a key factor of thriving communities. Contact Us Interested in working together to build a Culture of Health? Contact us.