Community Action Forums – The Statewide Initiative

This mini documentary offers an overview of the Family Success Institute’s groundbreaking Community Action Forums initiative—a statewide effort reshaping how New Jersey supports families, strengthens communities, and directs resources where they are needed most.

The Community Action Forums bring residents together in small, trusted group settings to openly discuss the challenges they face and the opportunities they need to thrive. Convened by Learning Community members and other respected local leaders, these gatherings create space for honest dialogue.

By centering the voices, dreams and aspirations of residents, the Forums are laying essential groundwork for transforming how we think about family success. Participants help define real-life goals and propose the programs, actions, and system changes required to achieve them — ensuring that government and philanthropic resources are redeployed in ways that truly reflect community needs.

If you’re passionate about community-driven change, family well-being or innovative models for social impact, this documentary is for you.