The development of public health policy

Engaging stakeholders is a critical part of policy development. In your initial post to this discussion, use evidence to respond to the following:

What are some ways to successfully engage members of a community comprised of people with various cultures, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses in the development of public health policy?

What are some of the barriers to successful community engagement?

Why is community engagement important?

What challenges to community engagement have you seen in your own experience?