The City of Auburn and several South County communities are joining forces to tackle obesity and invite the public to a free leadership forum on Thursday, Sept. 12.

The Leadership Forum for a Healthier Generation runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Renton Community Center, 1715 SE Maple Valley Highway, Renton.

A panel of experts has been assembled from King County Public Health, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Childhood Obesity Prevention Coalition, NFL Play 60 and key city and county resource leaders – all dedicated to transforming South King County community into a place where families can thrive.

Register online at www.valleymed.org.