As the only independent pediatric hospital in Massachusetts and a critical safety net for children in New England, Children's Hospital Boston has a responsibility and an opportunity to speak out about the unique needs of children, adolescents and families. While the hospital's advocacy successes benefit patient families served by the hospital, they have also improved access to care and the quality of care for children throughout the Commonwealth and beyond.Children's works with community leaders, organizations and policymakers at the city, state and national levels to bring attention and response to children's health issues. We advocate for policies that keep children healthy and safe, ensure their access to high quality health care, maintain a strong pediatric workforce and foster innovation in pediatric research and clinical care. Additionally, the hospital has developed comprehensive policy initiatives in its core community health program areas: asthma, mental health, child welfare, injury prevention and fitness and nutrition. The hospital also provides policy expertise grounded in scientific and clinical knowledge, and brings leadership to drive change that will improve health outcomes for children and families. We believe in an interdisciplinary approach to advocacy that utilizes the support and expertise of hospital staff and senior leadership, patient families and community partners. Our strategies include public education, legislative advocacy and grassroots mobilization. Children's experts are available to meet with government officials, testify before committees and help analyze the impact of policies on children.
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