Community mobilization involves convening diverse stakeholders to design and implement an agenda for change. It includes public awareness efforts along with engaging the public in an ongoing process of problem-solving to develop visions, goals, and strategies. Services focus on prevention, early intervention, and strengthening families.
Services are flexible, with accountability for results based on goals.
Public, private, and community services are coordinated, integrated, and collaboratively delivered. Quality services are delivered by well-trained staff. Services are cost-effective. The book contains descriptions of initiatives in states and communities. It provides specific examples and suggestions from individuals directly involved in community mobilization efforts.