Why We're Here: The Powerful Impact of Public Broadcasters When They Turn Outward

The newest publication by Rich Harwood and Aaron Leavy, Why We’re Here, is about what it takes for individuals and organizations to be more relevant and significant in the lives of their communities.

Drawing lessons from The Harwood Institute’s work with public broadcasters, Why We’re Here documents how these organizations (and others like them) innovate, become more intentional in relating to communities, engage and mobilize people and ultimately deepen their impact in people’s lives.

Positive, genuine change in communities does not come easily – nothing good ever does. But after over twenty years of work, Harwood and Leavy have demonstrated that such change is within reach of individuals and organizations who are willing to turn outward toward their communities and become more intentional in the judgments and choices they make in seeking genuine impact.

Why We're Here gives real world examples of turning outward, demonstrating the incredible potential for organizations to create change and deepen their relevance. It’s a particularly engaging read for leaders and teachers looking for an illustration of groups who have successfully turned outward outlining both the successes and challenges they weathered to get there.