09/02/2026
Leaders from healthcare, public health, philanthropy, businesses, coalitions, nonprofits, and community organizations recently came together at Emory Centers for Public Health Training and Technical Assistance for our Cross-Sector Summit: Building Partnerships for Thriving Communities.
One theme surfaced throughout the day: meaningful community change is rarely the work of a single organization. Whether the conversation focused on food access, housing, chronic disease prevention, or behavioral health, speakers emphasized the importance of bringing together people with different perspectives and resources.
We also heard a valuable reminder that successful partnerships depend on more than funding. Clear roles, shared decision-making, community engagement, measurement, and long-term commitment all play a role in sustaining collaborative efforts and creating lasting impact.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a day of thoughtful discussion and new connections. Special thanks to our speakers and panelists for sharing practical examples of collaboration in action to work toward better health outcomes for all.