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Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs**: IHI projects focus on improving health and well-being, which are critical societal needs. They work on transforming healthcare systems to make them more accessible, equitable, and effective[5].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: IHI's initiatives aim to enhance health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and improve the overall quality of life for individuals and communities. For example, the 100 Million Healthier Lives initiative aimed to improve health, well-being, and equity globally[2].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: IHI's innovation projects are designed to drive significant changes in healthcare delivery, making it more patient-centered, culturally sensitive, and efficient. This includes redesigning service offerings and improving access to care for diverse populations[5].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: IHI's work involves community engagement and collaboration to create solutions that address the most intractable health challenges. This includes measuring and improving health and well-being outcomes at the community level and addressing equity gaps[2].